Copper-t presenting as vesical calculus

ABSTRACT

Intrauterine contraceptive devices [IUCD], in various forms have been in use since the time immemorial. Perforation of the uterus and migration of IUCD to adjacent structures is not an unusual occurrence but their intra vesical migration with secondary stone formation is a unique complication. We present an interesting case of a 3 5 years old lady who met with this complication. This lady had intrauterine contraceptive device [Copper-T] placement 9 years back and a few days earlier presented to us with lower urinary tract symptoms. She underwent ultra-sonographic scan and stone bladder was detected as the cause of her symptoms. Open cystolithotomy was performed and a T-shaped vesical calculus retrieved