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Coil Insertion

A coil could be right for you if you have had a previous difficult coil insertion; if you have had previous procedures to the cervix or if you have a retroverted womb, as well as more.

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Coil Insertion with Jersey Women's Health Hub

A coil is a small T-shaped plastic or copper device that is placed into your womb by a doctor.

Depending on the type of coil, it may be prescribed to help control heavy periods, or for long term contraception use. Ultrasound guidance allows your doctor to visualise exactly where the coil is within your womb.

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Could a coil be right for me?
What happens during an ultrasound guided coil insertion?
What pain relief is offered?
What happens after the appointment?

Could a coil be right for me?

A coil could be right for you for the following reasons: you have had a previous difficult coil insertion; you have had a previous caesarean section; you have had previous procedures to the cervix (neck of the womb) or you have a retroverted womb (a womb that is tilted backwards).

Ultrasound guidance allows your doctor to visualise exactly where the coil is within your womb, helping to aid correct placement.


What happens during an ultrasound guided coil insertion?

At your coil insertion appointment we will start by explaining the procedure to make sure you are happy to go ahead, as well as answering any questions you may have. If necessary, we may perform a urinary pregnancy test.

We will then perform a transvaginal ultrasound scan. This involves inserting an ultrasound probe into the vagina and examines the size and shape of your cervix, womb and ovaries.

Following the ultrasound procedure, we will then fit your coil. This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes.


What pain relief is offered?

Although coil insertion should not be painful, it can cause discomfort. We are able to provide pain relief similar to “gas and air” during your coil insertion, as well as a local anaesthetic spray called Xylocaine.

Please note that if you choose to use Penthrox (gas and air) during your procedure we would suggest that you arrange someone to pick you up following the procedure. We do not advise driving following the administration of Penthrox.


What happens after the appointment?

Other than mild discomfort, complications after this procedure are rare.

Some women may experience mild cramping or bleeding for a few days.

Pelvic infection following the procedure is extremely rare, but you should report any symptoms of pain, tenderness, fever or excessive vaginal discharge to us or your usual doctor should this occur.

You will be offered a follow up appointment 6 weeks after the coil is inserted.


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