Comparison of ovarian cyst formation in women using the levonorgestrel‐releasing intrauterine system vs. hysterectomy

To analyze the effect of the levonorgestrel‐releasing intrauterine system (LNG‐IUS) on ovarian cyst formation, endometrial thickness and the size of uterus and uterine fibroids by ultrasonography.

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