Date of Award
4-24-2021
Document Type
Capstone
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Department
Health Studies
First Advisor
Dr. Jennifer Nourse
Abstract
Female sterilization is the second most common contraceptive method used by women in the U.S.. Historically, the procedure was done via laparoscopic surgery. However, in 2002, Bayer’s new female contraceptive device called Essure was approved by the FDA, allowing hysteroscopic sterilization. The Essure device is essentially a small metal coil that is inserted into each fallopian tube with the intention of causing swelling and scarring that closes off the tubes. The device was attractive for many women and physicians because the procedure could be performed in a doctor’s office rather than an operating room. As of 2015, 750,000 women had received Essure (Dhruva et. al., 2015, p. e17(1)).
Recommended Citation
Mahoney, Jessica, "Essure: The IUD Story We Should Have Seen Coming" (2021). Health Studies Capstones. 2.
https://scholarship.richmond.edu/hs-capstones/2