Association of cervical cancer and intrauterine device use: a narrative review.

ABSTRACT: Although intrauterine devices (IUDs) are widely used as a contraceptive method, their association with cervical intraepithelial neoplasia remains a subject of debate. Some studies suggest a potential protective effect, possibly through local immune modulation, while others report no significant association. Evidence, however, remains scarce and inconsistent, particularly regarding long-term IUDs use. Our study aims to address these gaps by exploring the relationship between IUDs use and cervical cancer within the broader context of cervical cancer prevention. We conducted a narrative review by searching the PubMed, Scopus, LILACS, and Cochrane databases, utilizing a combination of text and Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) terms. The search terms included "intrauterine contraception," "intra

SUBMITTER: Correa CM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12853885 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature