Mathonsi, Ntlharhi W.2014-09-182014-09-182014-03Mathonsi, MW 2014, 'Is there a real role and place for use of intrauterine contraception in South Africa?', Obstetrics and Gynaecology Forum, vol. 24, pp. 24-27.1029-1962http://hdl.handle.net/2263/42036The intrauterine contraception device (IUD) is highly effective, safe, cost-effective, long-acting, and rapidly reversible with few side effects. It is a private and convenient method of contraception, does not interfere with the spontaneity of sex, is acceptable to many patients, has superior continuation rates, and offers several non-contraceptive health benefitsenIn House PublicationsIntrauterine contraceptionSouth Africa (SA)Intrauterine contraception device (IUD)Cancer risk reductionEmergency contraceptionHuman immunodeficiency virus (HIV)PrivacyPelvic infectionPeri-menopausal womenCost-effectivenessArticle