Does a copper IUD need to be removed before BA?

Question

I was told that I need to remove all jewellery before surgery. Do I need to get my copper IUD removed as well? Thanks.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

No, you will not need to remove your copper IUD. You will need to remove any jewellery on the outside of your body for safety with the cautery. Please speak to your surgeon if you are concerned.Regards,

David A. Caplin, MD · Answer

Your IUD should not have to be removed in order for you to have surgery. The concern would be metal jewelry such as external body piercings which can cause problems when electrocautery is used during the surgery. Make sure to discuss this with your surgeon and staff so they are aware of your concern.

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

In my experience, I have never recommended IUD removal prior to breast augmentation surgery. Hope this information is helpful.Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author

Samuel Beran, MD · Answer

I do not ask my patients to remove an IUD prior to surgery.  The concern is the use of the cautery and I have not found an IUD to be a problem.

Charles Nduka, MD · Answer

IUDs are not usually removed during breast augmentation. However, it would still be best to inform your surgeon regarding this beforehand. Consult with him regarding all your concerns before the surgery to avoid complications and confusion afterwards.

Anup Patel, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

I highly recommend you sharing this question with your surgeon as it is always nice to have awareness for them. I have not asked patients to remove their IUD before breast augmentations. We do recommend that they remove jewelry and piercings, however, you should be ok with the IUD.

Ian MacArthur, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Thanks for your question. I would mention this to your surgeon ahead of time, but in general I do not know of any reason that you would need your IUD removed prior to surgery. Take care and all the best.

Reza Sadrian, MD · Answer

In my experience, removal of an IUD is not recommended prior to breast augmentation, but I would recommend that you discuss this with your surgeon.Best Wishes,Dr. Sadrian, MD

Julio Clavijo-Alvarez, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

Thanks for sharing your question. I can appreciate your concern.
  
I do not usually ask my patients to remove their IUD prior to breast augmentation. Jewelry is usually recommended to be removed to prevent burning of the skin with the use of the electrocautery.  
Finally, make sure that your doctor is aware of your concerns. He should be able to guide you best in your care.
Wishing you the best in your journey

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Congratulations on your breast augmentation.  In my practice it would not be necessary to remove your copper IUD before elective breast augmentation surgery.  The concern about metal is the risk of contact with electrocautery which can cause burning.  However cautery will not be used anyplace near your IUD thus in my opinion it is not a risk.  However be sure to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.

Does a copper IUD need to be removed before BA?

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