Endoscopic Removal of Intrauterine Contraceptive Device Perforating Into the Bladder: A Case Report and Review of Literature.

Intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) is a commonly used contraceptive method with the advantage of being a long-acting and reversible contraceptive method. However, its insertion can be rarely associated with serious complications such as uterine perforation, which can more rarely result in injury of the nearby viscus. In this report, we document a rare case of IUCD perforation of the uterus and bladder, its diagnosis using transvaginal ultrasonography and hysteroscopy, and management using a minimally invasive approach with a satisfactory patient outcome.

Hysteroscopic management of intramural ectopic pregnancy.

The uterine myometrium is the rarest location for an ectopic pregnancy resulting in the so-called ''. It presents a particular diagnostic and therapeutic challenge for the treating physician. If passed undiagnosed can lead to life-threatening uterine rupture, which may warrant hysterectomy, leaving the woman with irreversible infertility.

Preoperative Octenidine Application in Breast Reconstruction Surgery.

Background/aim: Postoperative infection in implant-based reconstructive breast surgery is a common problem. The preoperative application of a disinfecting washing agent may reduce postoperative infection rates. This retrospective analysis aimed to evaluate whether preoperative Octenisan application yields a reduction in postoperative complications or infection rates in breast reconstructive surgery.