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The newly approved IUD: Which patients is Skyla appropriate for?

OBG Management. 2013 April;25(4):
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The “mini” levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system is smaller and of shorter duration. Here, a look at its design, effect on bleeding, and other characteristics.

In general, if a woman specifically requests a shorter duration of efficacy, then Skyla may be appropriate for her, although any IUD can be removed at any time if a patient decides to become pregnant.

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