Pilot Study of Suction as a Mechanism of IUD Expulsion With Concomitant Menstrual Cup Use

Conditions

• IUD; Complications, Mechanical
• Menstrual Cup

Eligibility Criteria

Sex

FEMALE

Age

18 Years - 45 Years

Healthy Volunteers

Accepted

Interventions

• Menstrual Cup Removal — OTHER
  Participants will be asked to remove Menstrual cup by breaking the seal.

Study Details

This study will provide pilot data examining suction as a mechanism of IUD displacement with menstrual cup use. The investigator hypothesize that manufacturer-recommended menstrual cup insertion and removal by breaking the seal will result in 15% rate of IUD displacement/expulsion. The investigator will also use this data to explore variables associated with IUD displacement and menstrual cup use. By examining the role of suction as a possible mechanism of IUD displacement, this research will allow healthcare providers to better counsel patients who use IUDs regarding menstrual cup use. Having a better understanding of the mechanics of IUD displacement could lead to the development of strategies to prevent expulsion.

Key Dates

Start date

Feb 20, 2022

Status verified

Feb 2026

Primary completion

Dec 30, 2026

Completion

Dec 31, 2026

Study Design

Enrollment

80 participants (estimated)

Allocation

NA

Intervention model

SINGLE_GROUP

Primary purpose

OTHER

Arms

• Other: Mentrual Cup Removal
  Menstrual Cup Removal.

Primary Outcome Measure

The rate of IUD displacement with manufacturer-recommended menstrual cup insertion and removal [ Time Frame: 12-18 months ]

Central Contacts

• Cara Clure, MD
  303-724-8482
  [email protected]
• Eva Dindinger, MPH
  303-724-8482
  [email protected]

Locations (1)

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