Health Center - Birth Control
For many women, birth control pills are the contraception method of choice. “The pill” has evolved over the years and more options exist than ever before. Unsure which is the right birth control method for you? Not sure what to do if you miss a pill? Find answers to these questions and more here.
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Contraception Options for Women Over 40
| Tubal Ligation | Nonsurgical Permanent Contraception (Essure, Adiana) | |
| What is it? | Surgical procedure. Surgeon makes a small incision through the abdomen, inserts a laparoscope to view the pelvic region and tubes, and either blocks the tubes with a ring or burns or clips them shut. | Nonsurgical procedure. Hysteroscope is used to insert a small device through the vagina, cervix and uterus into the fallopian tube where, over three months, it forms a tissue barrier that prevents sperm from reaching the egg. After three months, a special x-ray is done to make sure your tubes are completely blocked. |
| Where is it performed? | Hospital setting | Physician office |
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