6. INTRAUTERINE CONTRACEPTIVE DEVICES (IUCD) What is an intrauterine contraceptive device? An Intrauterine Contraceptive Device is a device inserted into the uterine cavity and left for varying periods of time for the purpose of contraception. They are usually made up of polypropylene impregnated with barium sulphate, for visualizing them on x-rays. There are many devices of […]