Intrauterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD) Insertion & Removal
Care Before the Procedure
- Confirm negative pregnancy test prior to IUCD insertion.
- Inform clinician about medications, allergies, or prior uterine procedures.
- Maintain good perineal hygiene on the day of procedure.
- Avoid sexual intercourse or vaginal medications immediately before the procedure.
Care During the Procedure
- Remain relaxed and follow instructions for proper positioning on the examination table.
- Communicate any discomfort or pain immediately to the clinician.
- Allow clinician to insert or remove IUCD under sterile conditions.
- Trust sterile technique to minimize risk of infection or complications.
Care After the Procedure
- Expect mild cramping or spotting for 1–2 days post-procedure.
- Monitor for pain, heavy bleeding, unusual discharge, or fever.
- Avoid sexual intercourse or tampon use for at least 24–48 hours.
- Attend follow-up appointments to check IUCD placement and wellbeing.
Eligibility
- Women seeking long-term, reversible contraception with minimal daily maintenance.
- Individuals desiring reliable pregnancy prevention without systemic hormonal effects.
- Patients with normal uterine anatomy confirmed by examination or imaging.
- Women in good overall health without active pelvic infection or undiagnosed bleeding disorders.
- Confirm negative pregnancy test prior to IUCD insertion.
- Inform clinician about medications, allergies, or prior uterine procedures.
- Maintain good perineal hygiene on the day of procedure.
- Avoid sexual intercourse or vaginal medications immediately before the procedure.
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
Our Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology offers comprehensive, patient-centred care for women at every stage of life, from routine gynaecology to complex high-risk pregnancies. Consultant-led services are available 24/7, supported by extended OPD hours and a multidisciplinary team of obstetricians, gynaecologists, foetal-medicine specialists, anaesthetists and specialist nurses. Our facilities include modern birthing suites with continuous foetal monitoring, dedicated operating theatres for advanced and minimally invasive surgery, and 3D/4D imaging and colposcopy for precise diagnostics. We provide a full spectrum of care—labour and delivery (vaginal and caesarean), fertility and assisted-reproduction services (IVF/ICSI), laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures, gynaecologic oncology and comprehensive postnatal support—coordinated with neonatal and critical-care teams as needed.
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