Intrauterine foreign bodies, other than contraceptive devices and systems, may affect fertility – Report of two very different cases

Abstract

Objectives To present two cases in which foreign bodies in the uterine cavity had a contraceptive effect for the duration of their presence in utero.

Case One case of endometrial osseous metaplasia and another case with unabsorbed suture material after a caesarean section resulted in foreign bodies acting like an intrauterine contraceptive. Ultrasound was used to diagnose the conditions, and hysteroscopy to remove the foreign bodies.

Conclusion Foreign intrauterine bodies should be considered in cases of infertility.

Keywords:

• Hysteroscopy
• Infertility
• Intrauterine device (IUD)
• Intrauterine foreign body
• Osseous metaplasia

Declaration on interest: The authors report no conflict of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and the writing of the paper.