sterilet
A **sterilet** (also known as an intrauterine device or IUD) is a small, often T-shaped contraceptive device inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. It is one of the most effective forms of reversible birth control, with failure rates as low as 0.2–0.8% when properly used. Sterilets come in two primary types: hormonal and copper-based, each serving different purposes and lasting varying durations.
Hormonal sterilets release progestin, a synthetic form of the hormone progesterone, which thickens cervical mucus, thins
Insertion of a sterilet is performed by a healthcare professional during an office visit, usually within the
Complications from sterilet use are rare but can include perforation of the uterus during insertion, infection,