An intrauterine device (IUD) is a form of birth control that a healthcare provider inserts into your uterus. Once it’s inserted, an IUD can prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years or more, depending on the specific type. Your provider can remove your IUD at any time if you decide to become pregnant. What Is an IUD? Full Form, Types, Benefits & Side Effects Explained. The Intra Uterine Device (IUD) is one of the most effective and long lasting contraceptive methods available. This contraception is a small, T-shaped device inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small plastic T-shaped device used for birth control. It is inserted into the uterus (womb) where it stays to prevent pregnancy. Unlike modern intrauterine devices, early interuterine (from Latin inter-, meaning "between", as opposed to intra-) devices crossed both the vagina and the uterus, causing a high rate of pelvic inflammatory disease. The first IUD was developed in 1909 by the German physician Richard Richter of Waldenburg.
