Dr. Chapa’s Clinical Pearls.

Place IUD/S if BV Present? What Would You Do?

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Jan 30, 2024
Exploring the controversy around placing an elective IUD in patients with bacterial vaginosis. Different perspectives and guidelines are discussed, highlighting the confusion surrounding this topic. Contradictions between manufacturer and CDC guidelines are addressed, emphasizing the importance of protecting the device. The lack of consensus and guidelines on BV screening before IUD insertion is highlighted.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Placing IUD in the Presence of Bacterial Vaginosis
02:05 • 2min
3
Placing an IUD with Bacterial Vaginosis
03:49 • 6min
4
Confusion Surrounding IUD Placement with Bacterial Vaginosis
10:19 • 8min
5
Contradictions and Confusion: Understanding Contraindications for Birth Control Devices
17:57 • 1min
6
BV and IUD Placement: Contradicting Guidelines
19:23 • 13min