Table 1

Reasons for same-day referrals

Reason for referraln
Abdominal pain or bleeding with IUC17
IUC non-visible threads for confirmation of IUC in situ and correctly positioned13
Failed IUC removals5
Query of failed early medical termination of pregnancy/retained product for IUC removal or TVS2
Failed IUC insertion1
Long or short thread of IUC1
Deep implant removal1
Inappropriate referral1
  • IUC, intrauterine contraceptive; TVS, transvaginal ultrasound scan.