IUD contraceptive. Coloured X-ray of the pelvis of a woman,showing a fitted intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD,lower centre),or coil. It comprises a T-shaped piece of plastic or metal that is inserted through the cervix into the womb to prevent pregnancy. It is thought to work by inhibiting the implantation of a fertilised egg. Some IUDs contain a progesterone drug that suppresses ovulation. IUDs are not as effective as the pill but do not have the mental and physical side-effects associated with taking hormone drugs. The pale regions at bottom left and right are the bones of the pelvis | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Zephyr |
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