Aust Fam Physician
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Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are underused in Australia despite being one of the most effective, reversible methods of contraception. ⋯ Training enabled GPs to insert IUDs in their practices, but more than two-thirds (68%) fitted fewer than 12 devices during follow-up. A number of barriers to IUD insertion in general practice can be addressed to improve community access.