Essure® is a form of female sterilisation which involves the hysteroscopic insertion of flexible micro-inserts into the proximal section of the fallopian tubes and is undertaken without general anaesthesia.
This document is up-to-date
A large observational study from the United States found that the risk of unintended pregnancy after Essure sterilisation was similar to that after surgical sterilisation. However just over 2% of women who had Essure sterilisation required a further operation related to the sterilisation procedure within a year.
This document is up-to-date
NICE supports the use of hysteroscopic sterilisation provided that normal arrangements are in place for clinical governance and audit.
This document is up-to-date
Share on twitter
Share on LinkedIn
Share on Facebook