# Paragard IUD litigation

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**Canonical URL:** https://drugsmonitor.com/case/paragard-iud-lawsuit
**Last updated:** 2026-06-11

## Key facts

- **Matter:** Paragard IUD
- **Status:** Bellwether Prep
- **Scope:** United States — national overview
- **Drug safety page:** https://drugsmonitor.com/drug-info/paragard-iud-lawsuit

## Overview

Paragard is a non-hormonal copper IUD. Plaintiffs allege the device can break during removal, leaving fragments embedded in the uterus or cervix and requiring hysteroscopic or open surgery.

### Alleged failure mode

Complaints focus on arms or other components fracturing on extraction, with resulting pain, bleeding, infection risk, and fertility concerns. Defendants may argue technique, anatomical variation, or informed consent.

### Procedural status

The MDL manages pretrial motions and discovery for many federal filers; deadlines and trial calendars change with court orders.

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