Temporary contraceptive method of choice in a 37 year well educated, normal woman is: March 2005
Correct Answer: Diaphragm
Description: Ans. A: Diaphragm The Planned Parenthood federation of America (PPFA) has described the ideal IUCD candidate as a woman: Who has at least one child Has no history of pelvic disease Has normal menstrual period Is willing to check the IUCD tail Has access to follow-up and treatment of potential problems So considering the conditions given, IUCD is the best contraceptive for the above mentioned lady. An Intrauterine Contraceptive Devices is usually made up of polypropylene impregnated with barium sulphate, for visualizing them on X-rays. The commonly used devices are "T" shaped with a horizontal and a veical arm. The veical arm has a copper wire wrapped around it and two colored threads at the lower end. These nylon threads (tail) which protrudes through the cervix into the vagina, allows to check IUCD whether in place or not. The frequently used IUD's is Copper T 200 (Cu T-200) which is available free through government and municipal hospital based programs the effective life span is a minimum of 3 years. However recent studies show it can be used up to 5 years.
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