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INTRA UTERINE DEVICE, (I.U.D.), copper, TCU 380 A

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INTRA UTERINE DEVICE, (I.U.D.)

Definition

Intra-uterine contraceptive with localised action.

Small T-shaped flexible plastic device, with 2 copper strings (reinforcing the contraceptive effect) placed at the fundus of the uterus to prevent fertilization.

Specifications

Quality standards

ISO 7439, 2015, edition 3, Copper-bearing intra-uterine contraceptive devices - Requirements, tests

Technical specifications

  • T-shaped IUD (polyethylene)
    • Vertical axis of the "T":
      • length: 35.69 to 36.20 mm
      • diameter: 1.57 ± 0.05 mm
    • Horizontal axis of the "T":
      • length: 31.50 to 32.13 mm
      • diameter: 1.57 ± 0.05 mm
      • tip diameter: 2.93 to 3.07 mm
  • Copper wiring
    • Minimum 380 mm2 wire in total:
      • 314 mm2 wrapped around the vertical axis
      • 33 mm2 on each transversal arm
    • Purity of copper wire: 99.99 % minimum
    • Weight of copper: 180 ± 10 mg
  • Two white strings, attached to the base of the IUD
    • length: 10,5 to 12.5 cm
  • Insertion tube (high density polyethylene - HDPE)
    • Length: 206 ± 3 mm
    • Internal diameter: 3.734 ± 0.1 mm
    • External diameter: 4.394 ± 0.1 mm
    • Fitted with a sliding blue collar
  • Plunger (ABS)
    • Solid, white and opaque tube, terminating in a loop at one end
    • Length: 188 to 193 mm
    • Diameter at extremity: 2.67 to 2.90 mm
  • Setting guide (cardboard): graduated in cm, from 0 to 11 cm
  • X-ray visible device
  • Sterile, for single use

Packaging & Labelling

Each IUD is packed in a disposable peel pack allowing effective sterilization, safe handling, and storage until needed for use and facilitating proper aseptic presentation.

Instructions for use

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Storage

Store between 15º and 25º C.

Waste management

Immediately after removal, dispose of the device into a sharps container (see related articles below).

MSF requirements

The copper wire surface determines the IUD effectiveness and period of use. It must be of minimum 380 mm².

The TCu 380A provides long duration contraceptive protection (for up to 10 years).

The TCu 380A is intended for uterine cavity depth between 6 and 9 cm.

According to a UNFPA study, the effectiveness of Tcu380A is double compared to that of the Multiload 375®.

NB The shorter intra-uterine devices available on the market (length of the vertical axis of the "T" = 30 mm) are reserved for nulliparae (uterine cavity depth: 5 to 8 cm).

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