intrauterine
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of intrauterine
Example Sentences
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In 2020, Michelle had two intrauterine insemination procedures, a less invasive treatment compared with IVF.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 14, 2025
This includes treatments such as hormonal contraceptives and intrauterine delivery systems.
From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2025
Many doctors insist that using an intrauterine device requires at least two visits to their office: One to get it in, and eventually, one to get it out.
From Slate ● Aug. 23, 2024
Shelton said she had sought medical attention for pain from her intrauterine device and was stunned to find out, just two days after missing her period, which she tracked regularly, that she was pregnant.
From Seattle Times ● May 17, 2024
It is decidedly an intrauterine affection, and the great majority of fetuses die in utero.
From Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine by Pyle, Walter L. (Walter Lytle)
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