Transcervical sterilization: a comparison of essure (r) permanent birth control system and adiana (r) permanent contraception system
Palmer, S.N.; Greenberg, J.A.
Reviews in Obstetrics and Gynecology 2(2): 84-92
2009
ISSN/ISBN: 1941-2797 PMID: 19609402 Document Number: 206533
Transcervical sterilization has moved female sterilization from a minimally invasive laparoscopic technique, which requires entry into the abdominal cavity, to a less invasive hysteroscopic procedure. Along with the decreased potential for complications, its ease of performance with minimal anesthesia has facilitated a move from the operating room to the office. This review compares the available data on transcervical sterilization procedures to better understand the strengths and weakness of each system.