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KMID : 1144220210270020049
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Journal of Menopausal Medicine
2021 Volume.27 No. 2 p.49 ~ p.57
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Levonorgestrel-Releasing Intrauterine System Use in Perimenopausal Women
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Joo Jong-Kil
Shin Jung-Ho
Lee Jung-Ryeol
Kim Mee-Ran
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Abstract
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The levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) is a highly effective contraceptive method that has several noncontraceptive benefits. It has been used in various gynecological conditions, such as heavy menstrual bleeding, dysmenorrhea, and endometrial hyperplasia. During the perimenopausal period, hormonal fluctuations occur, and there is a high tendency for the development of several benign gynecologic diseases. Therefore, the use of LNG-IUS in perimenopausal women might be more beneficial than in women belonging to other age groups. Moreover, the insertion of LNG-IUS during the perimenopausal period could confer endometrial protection during estrogen replacement therapy. In this review, we discuss the use of LNG-IUS in perimenopausal women.
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KEYWORD
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Endometrial protection, Heavy menstrual bleeding, Levonorgestrel-intrauterine system, Perimenopause
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