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2. Copper IUD - Wikipedia

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   The copper IUD is a type of long-acting reversible birth control. [4] It primarily works by killing the sperm. [1] The copper IUD came into medical use in the 1970s. [1] It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. [7] They are used by more than 170 million women globally. [8] [9]

3. Intrauterine device - Wikipedia

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   Most copper IUDs have a T-shaped frame that is wound around with pure electrolytic copper wire and/or has copper collars (sleeves). The arms of the frame hold the IUD in place near the top of the uterus. The Paragard TCu 380a measures 32 mm (1.26") horizontally (top of the T), and 36 mm (1.42") vertically (leg of the T). Copper IUDs have a ...

4. Comparison of birth control methods - Wikipedia

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   The copper IUD (also known as a copper T intrauterine device) is a non-hormonal option of birth control. It is wrapped in copper which creates a toxic environment for sperm and eggs, thus preventing pregnancy. [2] The failure rate of a copper IUD is approximately 0.8% and can prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years.

5. Plan B or IUD? Here’s what to know about emergency ... - AOL

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   The IUD releases copper ions into the uterus, which make an inhospitable environment for sperm. ... See the photos. Finance. Finance. 24/7 Wall St. We’re in our 40s with $8.5 million and a 5 ...

6. Getting A Copper IUD Is Actually Better Than Taking Plan B ...

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   The copper IUD works as emergency contraception by creating an environment in the uterus that isn’t well suited for sperm, so that the sperm can’t make it to the egg, regardless of whether you ...

7. More teens are using IUDs — and experts say that’s a good ...

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   More teens are opting for an IUD, which experts say is one of the most effective types of birth control. (Photo illustration: Ivana Cruz for Yahoo News; photo: Getty Images) (Illustration by Ivana ...