Abstract
Intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) is the commonest form of contraception used in view of less systemic side effects. However, there are a multitude of local complications caused by it. Of all the local complications described, migration of the device into adjacent organs is the most morbid of all complications. A patient presenting with history of loss or disappearance of the intrauterine contraceptive device accompanied by urinary symptoms should raise the doubt of a migrated device with the formation of a secondary calculus. This prompts further radiological investigations and merits surgical intervention either endourologically or by open surgery depending upon the merits of the case. A case report elucidating this fact is presented.
Highlights
Intrauterine contraceptive devices are still commonly used
There are many reports stating the migration of the Intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) into the urinary bladder [3,4,5,6]
The symptoms pertaining to the urinary system will be experienced, such as frequency, dysuria, hematuria, retention of urine, and fever due to infection
Summary
Intrauterine contraceptive devices are still commonly used. Copper T is the commonest intrauterine device used in India. Though the contraceptive effect of the device is great, yet the complications rate may at times outweigh the beneficial effects on contraception prevention. A multitude of complications are caused by these devices. Migration of the device into adjacent organs is the most morbid of all complications. A case of transmigration of an intrauterine contraceptive device (copper T) into the bladder with formation of a secondary calculus around it is presented along with a review of the literature
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