Computed tomographic confirmation of distally placed Essure∗ microinsert Andrea B. Palmer, M.D., John C. Siegle, M.D. Fertility and Sterility Volume 91, Issue 4, Pages 1294.e5-1294.e7 (April 2009) DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2008.12.041 Copyright © 2009 American Society for Reproductive Medicine Terms and Conditions
Figure 1 Computed tomographic scan of the pelvis showing both Essure microinserts. The right insert shows a curvilinear appearance consistent with proper placement. The left insert, distally placed, appears more linear. Fertility and Sterility 2009 91, 1294.e5-1294.e7DOI: (10.1016/j.fertnstert.2008.12.041) Copyright © 2009 American Society for Reproductive Medicine Terms and Conditions
Figure 2 Hysterosalpingogram 3 months after microinsert placement confirms tubal occlusion bilaterally and shows the distally placed left microinsert. Fertility and Sterility 2009 91, 1294.e5-1294.e7DOI: (10.1016/j.fertnstert.2008.12.041) Copyright © 2009 American Society for Reproductive Medicine Terms and Conditions
Figure 3 A reformatted CT image helps to give a three-dimensional quality to the study. The left implant is seen as the bright white area within the fallopian tube, anterior to the sacrum. Fertility and Sterility 2009 91, 1294.e5-1294.e7DOI: (10.1016/j.fertnstert.2008.12.041) Copyright © 2009 American Society for Reproductive Medicine Terms and Conditions