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US 5,273,054 AGranted
Permanent diaphragm
OwnerJohn W. Walkerinventor
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Abstract
This invention titled "Permanent Diaphragm" is a method of contraception. It is different from conventional diaphragms in that it is secured by suture to the cervix (mouth of the uterus). It is made of durable material that can be worn indefinitely. It can be inserted and can be removed as an office procedure.
Claims1
A method for permanent placement of a contraceptive device, comprising:
- providing a contraceptive device including an apertured silicone mounting body, a circular silicone diaphragm attached to said body and a sutured needle attached to said diaphragm;
- inserting a sound into the aperture of the mounting body;
- inserting the sound, with said device, into a female uterus;
- removing the sound;
- and
- inserting the sutured needle through the wall of said uterus and attaching a button to the exterior wall of said uterus with said sutured needle, so as to retain the mounting body and the diaphragm in the uterus.
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