Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system:
a. There is increased incidence of menorrhagia
b. This system can be used as hormone replacement therapy
c. This method is useful for the treatment of endometerial hyperplasia
d. Irregular uterine bleeding can be problem initially
The correct answer is (b) This system can be used as hormone replacement therapy.
The levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS), also known as Mirena, is a form of long-acting reversible contraception that releases a small amount of levonorgestrel, a progestin hormone, into the uterus. While it does have hormonal effects, it is not suitable for hormone replacement