Quality of life after laparoscopic removal of Essure^® sterilization devices.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To assess changes in quality of life after laparoscopic removal of Essure^® sterilization devices (Bayer AG, Leverkusen, Germany).

Study design

In this prospective observational study in an academic research hospital, 80 women with new or worsening symptoms since placement of Essure^® sterilization devices undergoing subsequent surgical removal were included. Laparoscopic removal of Essure^® devices and salpingectomy with or without cornual excision were performed. Concomitant uterine procedures could be associated where indicated for gynaecological complaints. Comparison using the T student test for coupled series was done in this before-and-after study.

Results

Health related quality of life (HRQL) was the primary outcome mea

SUBMITTER: Chene G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6687440 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature