The Next Generation IUD
IUB™ Ballerine®
Designed to adapt to the shape of the uterus1
The thinnest insertion tube on the market4
IUB™ Ballerine is comprised of copper beads with a total exposed copper surface area of 300mm2 strung on a flexible Nitinol, PET-coated frame. Prior to insertion it is loaded in linear form into a 3.2mm diameter insertion tube,5 the thinnest insertion tube on the market.
Designed with women in mind
Due to its special shape and flexible material, the Ballerine® conforms to the shape of the uterus minimising the risk of irritation.1
HORMONE-FREE
The Ballerine® is hormone-free.
LONG TERM EFFECTIVENESS
The Ballerine® is one of the most effective birth control methods available to women with more than 99% efficacy in preventing pregnancy6. It is also effective for up to five years, giving women peace of mind.5
References
1. Baram I, et al. Contraception. 2014.
2. Kurz KH (1984) Cavimeter uterine measurements and IUD clinical correlation. In: Zatuchni GI, Goldsmith A, Sciarra JJ, editors. Intrauterine Contraception: Advances and Future Prospects. Philadelphia: Harper and Row, 142–162.
3.Bastidas, J. M. et al., 2019. Copper and Nickel Release Kinetics Determination of CU-IUDS in Simulated Uterine Fluid. National Centre for Metallurgical Research (CENIM), p. 16.
4. Consilient Health, Data on file
5. Ballerine IFU
6. Real world safety & performance data for IUB™ Ballerine, OCON Medical Ltd