Misbeliefs
According to experts, modern intrauterine contraception, that is, the application of modern intrauterine devices is one of the safest, most sparing and most cost-effective methods of contraception today. In terms of user satisfaction, this is the method most in favour. Most women, however, still rely on other, less dependable methods even today. The reason is that there are many mistaken and outdated notions about intrauterine contraceptive devices, stubbornly persisting in spite of scientific disprovals. The following is a collection of some widespread misbeliefs in connection with intrauterine contraceptive devices, which are scrutinized in view of current scientific knowledge.