| an intrauterine device as a possible cause of change in the microbial flora of the female genital system. | aim: an intrauterine device (iud), used by millions of women worldwide, is one of the most efficient methods of contraception. the goal of our study was to compare a group of women using the iud to a control group. material & methods: the survey included 236 women of fertile age from gynaecological practices in the area of split and dalmatia county, croatia. the subjects were divided into two groups: iud users and a control group (women not using any contraception methods). sampling, transport ... | 2011 | 21481090 |