Intrauterine Contraceptive Device Insertion During Cesarean Section (CS) Versus Delayed Insertion

"patients will have immediate postplacental IUD insertion as follows: The IUD is inserted after removal of the placenta and after the uterus has become hemostatic. After initiating closure of the uterine incision, the IUD is placed at the top of uterine fundus manually. Before closing the uterine incision, the strings are placed gently in the lower uterine segment manually. After this is accomplished, the uterine incision closure can be completed. The strings will usually descend spontaneously through the cervix during the puerperal period. If the cervix is closed, it'll be dilated from above with ring forceps. Strings can be passed through the cervix with ring forceps. If this is done, the surgeon will recheck to make sure IUD remains at the fundus of the uterus prior to closing the uterine incision. Strings can be trimmed at a follow-up visit.~Ultrasound will be done after the CS to ensure proper placement of the IUD."

cesarean section will be done, then contacts will be taken to arrange for delayed IUD insertion at the 6th week postpartum visit as follows: Prepare IUD prior to starting procedure Place vaginal speculum then prepare vaginal wall with betadine Apply tenaculum at anterior cervical position then insert and remove uterine sound Place IUD according to package insert then cut threads 2-3 cm from cervical os. Ultrasound will be done to ensure proper placement of the IUD.