Causes of intestinal perforation include the following: Penetrating injury to the lower chest or abdomen (eg, knife injuries) - In cases of penetrating trauma, the small bowel is the most commonly injured intra-abdominal viscus, because it is coiled in the abdomen and occupies most of the area of the peritoneal cavity.
What Is an IUD? An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small T-shaped plastic device that is placed in the uterus to prevent pregnancy. A plastic string is attached to the end to ensure correct placement and for removal. IUDs are an easily reversible form of birth control, and they can be easily removed. However, an IUD should only be removed by a medical professional.
Hormonal IUD (Mirena). An intrauterine device (IUD or coil) is a small contraceptive device, often 'T'-shaped, often containing either copper or levonorgestrel, which is inserted into the uterus.They are one form of long-acting reversible contraception which are the most effective types of reversible birth control.opper IUDs have a first year failure rate ranging from 0.1 to 2.2%. Most copper IUDs have a plastic T-shaped frame that is wound around with pure electrolytic copper wire and/or has copper collars (sleeves). The arms of the frame hold the IUD in place near the top of the uterus.