# Removal of 2‐Rod Subdermal Implant Identified on X‐Ray: A Case Report

## TL;DR

A 37-year-old patient had a 2-rod subdermal implant removed, which was identified as Jadelle, highlighting the importance for US providers to recognize non-US contraceptive implants.

## Contribution

Highlights the growing need for US healthcare providers to recognize non-US subdermal contraceptive implants like Jadelle.

## Key findings

- The implant removed was identified as Jadelle, a 2-rod international alternative to Nexplanon.
- This case emphasizes the importance of awareness of non-US contraceptive implants in diverse patient populations.

## Abstract

Case report of a 37‐year‐old Colombian patient seeking removal of a subdermal implant, initially believed to be the single‐rod Nexplanon implant. However, following extraction, it was identified as the 2‐rod international subdermal implant alternative, Jadelle. This case highlights the need for US health care providers to be cognizant of non‐US subdermal alternatives given the rising presence of foreign‐born patients they may encounter in their practice.