Intrauterine contraception is highly effective and may suit many patients regardless of parity. WHO Medical Eligibility Criteria (available via WHO reproductive health resources) help classify safety in the presence of medical conditions. Canadian guidance is integrated through organizations such as SOGC and public orientation from Health Canada’s contraception hub.
We screen for pregnancy, untreated STI, uterine anomalies, and proceeding pain plans; insertion timing follows menses or emergency-post-coital protocols when applicable.
What This Service Includes
Eligibility screening
STI risk assessment, pap status per program, anticoagulation, fibroid distortion.
Insertion technique
Speculum, sterile load, sounding/uterine measurement per device IFU,strings trimmed.
Safety netting
Expect cramping/bleeding; warn about perforation symptoms (rare); string check plan.
What to Expect
Counsel & choose device
Cu T vs LNG-IUS benefits, bleeding changes, STI protection still needed condoms.
Insert
Often post-menses or immediate postpartum per protocol; analgesia options discussed.
Post-insertion review
Ultrasound if threads not visible, placement uncertain, or severe pain.