What is the Pearl Index The so-called Peal Index is a value with which one tries to compare different contraceptive methods with regard to their safety. It can be traced back to the American physician Raymond Pearl and describes the proportion of 100 women who use a certain contraceptive method for a year and still … Pearl Index
Copper spiral The copper spiral is an intrauterine device, it is inserted directly into the uterus. There are variants made of copper or with copper-gold alloy. Copper ions have an inhibitory effect on sperm, and also cause a local sterile inflammatory reaction, which prevents the implantation of the egg. The mechanism of action is very … Copper spiral | Pearl Index
Diaphragm The diaphragm is inserted into the vagina before sexual intercourse, so that it completely covers the cervix and prevents sperm from travelling. It is made of plastic, which must also be covered with a gel that also has an inhibiting effect on sperm.The diaphragm must be left in the vagina for up to 8 … Diaphragm | Pearl Index
Three-month syringe The three-month injection contains a progestin which, as the name suggests, is injected into the muscle on the buttocks or upper arm every three months. The effect corresponds to that of the pill. Due to the altered hormone balance, ovulation is not triggered. The disadvantage is the relatively high hormone dose. The Pearl … Three-month syringe | Pearl Index
