Multimodality imaging of the Essure tubal occlusion device.

W L Simpson, L Beitia

Department of Radiology, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY, USA. William.SimpsonJr@mountsinai.org

Clinical radiology 2012 Dec

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The Essure device is a permanent birth-control device, which is gaining popularity. The micro-inserts are composed of metallic elements that can be seen on radiography, computed tomography, ultrasound, and magnetic resonance imaging. Knowledge of the normal location and appearance of the Essure device will ensure appropriate patient care. The purpose of this review is to describe the Essure tubal occlusion device and illustrate its normal and abnormal appearance using various imaging methods. Copyright © 2012 The Royal College of Radiologists. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.