iud

• Substantivo que designa um dispositivo contraceptivo, geralmente um pequeno objeto em forma de T feito de plástico ou metal, inserido no útero para evitar a gravidez.

A noun referring to a contraceptive device, typically a small T-shaped piece of plastic or metal inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy.

nome próprio

1. Intrauterine deviceB2formalmedical

   A small, T-shaped contraceptive device made of plastic and copper or hormones that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy.

   Dispositivo intrauterino

   • The doctor recommended an IUD for long-term contraception.
   • She had an IUD inserted after her first child was born.
   • IUDs are over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.

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