Placement Procedure

The Essure Procedure is Easy

The following are the key steps to the Essure micro-insert placement procedure. For more detailed instructions, please read this document

Step 1: Visualize the Ostia

• Uterus distended with physiologic saline
• Tubal ostium in center of visual field
• Identify and assess both ostia hysteroscopically before proceeding to micro-insert placement

Step 2: Position the Delivery Catherer

• Delivery catheter advanced until black positioning marker is at tubal ostium
• Delivery catheter withdrawn away from micro-insert into operating channel of hysteroscope

Step 3: Release the Catheter with the Gold Band

• Gold band is aligned outside the tubal ostium
• Green release catheter withdrawn to expand the micro-insert

Step 4: Position the Micro-insert

• Micro-insert properly positioned and deployed across utero-tubal junction

Learn More:

• Learn more in-depth information about the steps in the Essure procedure
• Clinical support and staff training ensure a smooth transition to the office
• Learn how to perform this quick, gentle procedure in the office setting