The Essure Procedure

The Essure Procedure is an Office Tubal Occlusion, with no abdominal incision. In November 2002, the FDA granted approval to the Essure Permanent Birth Control device, a small metallic implant placed into the fallopian tubes through hysteroscopic guidance. The device requires the use of alternate contraception for a 3-month period after insertion and radiologic confirmation of a tubal occlusion.

Most common side effects were cramping in 20% and nausea/vomiting in 8% of women (during placement). More serious side effects included expulsion (2.2%) and uterine perforation (1.5%).

Advantages include lower cost and avoidance of abdominal scar.

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