Essure is indicated for women who desire permanent birth control (female sterilization) by bilateral occlusion of the fallopian tubes.
Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. Device to be used only by physicians who are knowledgeable hysteroscopists; have read and understood the Instructions for Use and Physician Training manual; and have successfully completed the Essure training program, including preceptoring in placement until competency is established, typically 5 cases.
- Essure is contraindicated in patients who are uncertain about ending fertility, can have only one insert placed (including contralateral proximal tubal occlusion or suspected unicornuate uterus), have previously undergone a tubal ligation, are pregnant or suspect pregnancy, delivered or terminated a pregnancy less than 6 weeks prior to the Essure procedure, have an active or recent upper or lower pelvic infection, or have a known allergy to contrast media.
- Patients undergoing immunosuppressive therapy (e.g. systemic corticosteroids or chemotherapy) are discouraged from undergoing the Essure procedure.
- Uterine or fallopian tube anomalies may make it difficult to place Essure inserts.
- The Essure procedure should be considered irreversible. Patients should not rely on Essure inserts for contraception until an Essure Confirmation Test [modified hysterosalpingogram (HSG)] demonstrates bilateral tubal occlusion and satisfactory location of inserts.
- Effectiveness rates for the Essure procedure are based on patients who had bilateral placement. If Essure inserts cannot be placed bilaterally, then the patient should not rely on Essure inserts for contraception.
- Effects, including risks, of Essure inserts on in vitro fertilization (IVF) have not been evaluated.
- Pregnancies (including ectopic pregnancies) have been reported among women with Essure inserts in place. Some of these pregnancies were due to patient non-compliance or incorrect clinician interpretation of the Essure Confirmation Test (modified HSG).
- Perform the Essure procedure during early proliferative phase of the menstrual cycle. Terminate procedure if distension fluid deficit exceeds 1500cc or hysteroscopic time exceeds 20 minutes as it may signal uterine or tubal perforation. Never attempt to advance Essure insert(s) against excessive resistance. If tubal or uterine perforation occurs or is suspected, discontinue procedure and work-up patient for possible complications related to perforation, including hypervolemia. Do not attempt hysteroscopic Essure insert removal once placed unless 18 or more trailing coils are seen inside the uterine cavity due to risk of fractured insert, fallopian tube perforation or other injury.
- DO NOT perform the Essure procedure concomitantly with endometrial ablation. Avoid electrosurgery on uterine cornua and proximal fallopian tubes without visualizing inserts.
Patients who are allergic to nickel may have an allergic reaction to this device, especially those with a history of metal allergies. In addition, some patients may develop an allergy to nickel if this device is implanted. Typical allergy symptoms reported for this device include rash, pruritus, and hives.
The Essure insert was determined to be MR-conditional according to the terminology specified in the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) International, Designation: F2503-05.
- Safety and effectiveness of Essure is not established in patients under 21 or over 45 years old, nor in patients who delivered or terminated a pregnancy less than 8-12 weeks before procedure. Women undergoing sterilization at a younger age are at greater risk of regretting their decision.
- The most common (≥10%) adverse events resulting from the placement procedure were cramping, pain, and nausea/vomiting. The most common adverse events (≥3%) in the first year of reliance were back pain, abdominal pain, and dyspareunia.
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Birth control for busy moms
Mirena is an FDA-approved intrauterine contraceptive system (also known as an IUD*) that is recommended for women who’ve had a child. It’s made of soft, flexible plastic and is placed by your healthcare provider during a routine office visit.
Talk to your healthcare provider about Mirena if you’re looking for birth control that is:
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Estrogen-free—It delivers small amounts of progestin locally into your uterus
Approved to treat heavy periods—Mirena is the first and only birth control that’s FDA-approved to treat heavy periods in women who choose intrauterine birth control
If you have a pelvic infection, get infections easily, or have certain cancers, don’t use Mirena. Less than 1% of users get a serious infection called pelvic inflammatory disease. If you have persistent pelvic or abdominal pain, see your healthcare provider.
You should schedule a follow-up visit 4 to 12 weeks after your Mirena is placed to check that it’s in the right position.
Mirena does not protect against HIV or STDs (sexually transmitted diseases).
Mirena lasts for as long as you want, for up to 5 years. Take the time to get to know Mirena a little more.
If you have any questions about Mirena, have a conversation with your healthcare provider, who can help you decide which birth control option is best for you.
*Intrauterine device
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