Progestasert

Description

This item has been moved to https://cdm.llu.edu/digital/collection/p17224coll14/id/30/rec/1

T-shaped device with the vertical section containing a core reservoir of progesterone, dispersed in silicone oil, surrounded by a rate-limiting membrane of ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer. The horizontal cross arms of the T are solid copolymer. Two monofilament cervical threads. Reservoir contains 38 mg progesterone and releases 65 mcg/day. Barium sulfate added for radiopacity.