Arm flexion during ultrasound assists localization of an intramuscular etonogestrel contraceptive implant

Connor Biskamp; Robert P. Kauffman

doi:10.1016/j.contraception.2015.11.004

Arm flexion during ultrasound assists localization of an intramuscular etonogestrel contraceptive implant

Connor Biskamp, Robert P. Kauffman

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Abstract

A nonpalpable etonogestrel implant was identified by high-frequency ultrasound in the biceps muscle 4-6 mm below the skin. Active elbow flexion resulted in proximal movement of the implant relative to the ultrasound probe, suggesting localization in the muscle. This maneuver may assist in verifying intramuscular placement prior to surgical excision.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	273-275
Number of pages	3
Journal	Contraception
Volume	93
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.contraception.2015.11.004
State	Published - Mar 1 2016
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Contraception
Etonogestrel implant
Implant localization
Intramuscular implant

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Reproductive Medicine
Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Arm flexion during ultrasound assists localization of an intramuscular etonogestrel contraceptive implant

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