Copper intrauterine device Etherena® T Cu 380A

380 mm² copper intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) with insertion system and disposable hysterometer. The T-IUD is non-hormonal, it prevents implantation in the uterus of the fertilized oocyte. This activity is reinforced in an ancillary manner by the presence of copper. Copper has a cytotoxic effect on gametes which causes damage to sperm, and inhibits fertilization. The Etherena® T-IUD is effective from the day it has been inserted. Description A reversible long-term contraceptive method (up to 10 years) which is indicated in uniparous and multiparous women for: intra-contraception usual first-line uterine, emergency postcoital intrauterine contraception (within 5 days of unprotected or poorly protected intercourse) postcoital intrauterine contraception partum and post-abortion (within 48 hours post-partum or post-abortion or after a complete involution of the uterus). Composition The case includes: 1 T-IUD with insertion device, 1 patient card, 1 doctor’s leaflet with a detachable coupon for the patient, 1 disposable hysterometer. Etherena T Cu 380 A consists of a T-shaped body made of polyethylene and barium sulfate. A copper wire is wound around the vertical axis. The 2 horizontal arms have copper sleeves. The total copper surface, which is 380 ± 38 mm2. A monofilament suture in nylon is attached to the T-structure ball, at the base of the vertical axis. Etherena T Cu 380 A measures 32mm wide × 36 mm long loaded in the insertion system and disposable hysterometer, unit box. ACL code: 3700111400184 Class III medical device.