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きゅうないにん 子宮内避妊器具
Noun
1. intrauterine device; IUD
Wikipedia definition
2. Intrauterine deviceThe intrauterine device (IUD) is a form of birth control; it is an object placed in the uterus to prevent pregnancy. Among modern IUDs, the two types available are copper-containing devices, and a hormone-containing device that releases a progestogen. Currently, there are over 10 different kinds of copper IUD available in different parts of the world, and there is one hormonal device, called Mirena. If used correctly, the IUD is very effective at preventing pregnancy.
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