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How soon does the Essure® method start to work and what is its effectiveness?


Answer

You will need to use another method of contraception for the three months following the procedure until your doctor has reassured you that the blockage is complete.

In clinical trials Essure® was 99.8% effective.

See further information: http://www.fpnsw.org.au/sex-matters/factsheets/6.html

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