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Adiana Permanent Contraception Procedure

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The Adiana matrix is placed in 3 simple steps:

  1. Position the catheter
    The catheter is placed hysteroscopically just inside the opening of the fallopian tube, eliminating the need for any incisions. Positioning is simplified as the Position Detection Array (PDA) alerts the physician when the catheter is in the correct location. Illustration of the Adiana Procedure Step 1 (Position the catheter)
  2. Deliver RF energy
    The catheter applies very low-level bipolar radiofrequency (RF) energy to create a superficial lesion 1cm in length and 500 microns in depth within the intramural portion of the fallopian tube. This prepares the fallopian tube to accept the matrix. Illustration of the Adiana Procedure Step 2 (Deliver RF energy)
  3. Release the matrix
    The catheter then delivers an implantable, silicone polymer, called a "matrix," which remains within the prepared section of the fallopian tube. Tissue will grow into the tribeculated matrix, creating a complete blockage of the fallopian tube. Illustration of the Adiana Procedure Step 3 (Release the matrix)

Repeat the procedure on the contralateral fallopian tube.

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