Levonorgestrel IUD for Emergency Contraception and Immediate Placement
Levonorgestrel IUD for Emergency Contraception & Same-Day Start Study
This project looks at whether a specific type of IUD can be used for emergency contraception and placed right away, even if you've recently had unprotected sex.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11138701 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research builds on a successful previous trial that showed a levonorgestrel (LNG) IUD is effective for emergency contraception. Currently, many clinical guidelines recommend delaying IUD placement if a person has had recent unprotected sex, which can create barriers to accessing contraception. This project aims to gather more evidence to support the immediate placement of the LNG IUD in these situations. The goal is to provide data that could help update national guidelines, making this effective contraceptive option more readily available.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Individuals seeking emergency contraception or immediate IUD placement after recent unprotected intercourse would be ideal candidates for this type of research.
Not a fit: Patients not seeking emergency contraception or long-acting reversible contraception would not directly benefit from this specific research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could make it easier for individuals to access highly effective contraception when they need it most, potentially reducing unintended pregnancies.
How similar studies have performed: A previous trial by this team successfully demonstrated the levonorgestrel IUD's effectiveness for emergency contraception, leading to its adoption in Planned Parenthood guidelines.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Turok, David — Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Turok, David
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.