Mechanical, Chemical, and Surgical Methods of Contraception

Abstract

This paper discusses mechanical, chemical, surgical methods of contraception and the intrauterine contraceptive devices. Mechanical methods include condom for men and women and diaphragm or cap. Chemical methods consist of the application of chemical preparations which are spermicidal. Surgical methods are sterilization procedures. Female sterilization is done by one of several methods such as laparotomy, mini-laparotomy, laparoscopy, culdotomy, culdoscopy, and hysteroscopy. Male sterilization or vasectomy involves cutting and tying of the vas deferens. Different types of IUDs are described. The paper further discusses the mechanism of action, advantages, and disadvantages of the different contraception methods or devices.

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