# Radiographic presentation (X-ray) of misplaced intrauterine contraceptive devices (IUCDs)

## TL;DR

This study examines how X-rays can detect misplaced intrauterine contraceptive devices, showing their effectiveness in identifying displacement patterns.

## Contribution

The study provides new insights into the radiographic detection rates and migration patterns of misplaced IUCDs.

## Key findings

- Extrauterine displacement was found in 76.6% of cases, with partial perforation being the most common type.
- X-rays showed high sensitivity (92.7%) and specificity (86.3%) for detecting IUCD perforations.
- Migration patterns were primarily to the pelvic and abdominal cavities.

## Abstract

Intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) misplacement is a significant complication, with radiography playing a key role in detection.
This retrospective study of 124 cases identified extrauterine displacement in 76.6%, with partial perforation being most common (46.8%).
Migration patterns included the pelvic cavity (43.5%) and abdominal cavity (24.2%). Plain radiography showed 92.7% sensitivity and 86.3%
specificity for detecting perforations. Thus, radiographic patterns aid in guiding further imaging and management of misplaced IUCDs.