IUS

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IUS (intrauterine system) n. a removable hormonal contraceptive device that is inserted into the uterus. Consisting of a plastic T-shaped frame that carries a progestogen (levonorgestrel) in a sleeve around its stem, it provides a long-term method of contraception that is also reversible. Trade name: Mirena.

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IUS

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IUS Astronautics inertial upper stage
• International Union of Students
• intrauterine system (contraceptive device)

The Oxford Dictionary of Abbreviations FRAN ALEXANDER , PETER BLAIR , JOHN DAINTITH , ALICE GRANDISON , VALERIE ILLINGWORTH , ELIZABETH MARTIN , ANNE STIBBS , JUDY PEARSALL , and SARA TULLOCH