What is an intrauterine device (IUD)?
An intrauterine device (IUD) is a device placed inside the uterus to prevent pregnancy. In this video, OB/GYN specialist Evelyn Minaya, MD, describes the different types of IUDs, and how they actually work inside the body to prevent pregnancy.
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