LNG-IUS: The best tool for non-surgical treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding and endometriosis

Abstract

Introduction: The levonorgestrel- releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) is the best tool for the non-surgical treatment for uterine bleeding and endometriosis. Materials and methods: Fifty-two women between the age 32 – 55 years were studied over a period of three years. Results: LNG-IUS caused 85% decrease in the amount of menstrual blood loss at 6 month and complete amenorrhea at two years. Conclusion: LNG-IUS was the best and effective to surgical management and other modes of medical treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding. The patient showed better compliance and satisfaction to the LNG-IUS. Keywords: Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS), Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB).