Implantble Devices

Implantable devices are nonpermanent, yet long term methods of

preventing pregnancy which are
implanted either directly into the uterus
or another location on the body.
These include:
IUDs Intra-Uterine Devices
Copper-containing IUD
Levonorgestrel-releasing IUDs

Implantable Rod
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/long-term-methods-of-birth-control-

IUDs- Intra-Uterine Devices

IUDs are placed by a doctor or nurse
through the vagina and cervix, into
the uterus.
Most are made of molded plastic and
have a string that you can feel in the
vagina, but does not extend outside
the body.
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/long-term-methods-of-birth-control-

Copper-containing IUD
(Paraguard)
prevents pregnancy by creating an
inflammatory reaction toxic to sperm
and thus preventing them from
reaching the fallopian tubes
lasts for at least 10
is highly effective (pregnancy rate
<1% in the first year of use)

http://www.uptodate.com/contents/long-term-methods-of-birth-control-

http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/specialtopic/birth-control-and-familyplanning/intrauterine-devices-(iuds).html

Levonorgestrel-releasing IUDs
(Mirena, Skyla)
prevent pregnancy by thickening the
cervical mucus and thinning the; also
decrease menstrual bleeding and
pain.
Lasts for 5 years and 3 years
respectively
both are highly effective in
preventing pregnancy; <1%
pregnancy rate within the first year
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/long-term-methods-of-birth-control-

http://www.mirena-us.com/index.php

IUDs- Benefits
prevents pregnancy for a long time
without need for daily or weekly
attention
relatively few, reversible side effects
which include cramps, spotting and
PID
can be removed easily if pregnancy
is desired before the anticipated time
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/long-term-methods-of-birth-control-

IUDs- Risks and Precautions

should not be used in recent pelvic infection
such as gonorrhea or chlamydia
Should be checked once per month, after your
menstrual period, by finding the strings inside
the vagina. If theyre not found, a barrier method
or OCP should be used until correct positioning
of the IUD can be verified by a health
professional
There is a very low risk of developing an
infection after placement of the IUD, and of
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/long-term-methods-of-birth-controlimproper placement

Implantable Rod
(Implanalon, Nexplanon)
is a matchstick-size, flexible rod that is
surgically inserted under the skin of the upper
arm
releases a progestin, which causes changes in
the lining of the uterus and the cervical mucus
to keep the sperm from joining an egg. Less
often, it stops the ovaries from releasing eggs.
is effective for up to 3 years.

http://www.uptodate.com/contents/long-term-methods-of-birth-control-

Implantable Rod- Benefits

can be removed at any time, and
does not affect fertility
can be used while breastfeeding
convenient, and does not require
daily or weekly attention
provides long-lasting birth control
without the need for sterilization
does not contain estrogen
http://www.soc.ucsb.edu/sexinfo/article/birth-control-

Implantable Rod Risks and

Precautions
Use caution in probability of current
pregnancy, liver disease, history of
blood clots or cancer
Same as for the oral contraceptive
pill

http://www.soc.ucsb.edu/sexinfo/article/birth-control-