Potential release of toxic metal elements from Essure® device in symptomatic patients: First results of the French Ablimco cohort.

Title	Potential release of toxic metal elements from Essure® device in symptomatic patients: First results of the French Ablimco cohort.
Authors	François Parant, Muriel Bost, Erdogan Nohuz, Julie Prost, Emanuele Cerruto, Stephanie Moret, Julien Maurin, Gautier Chene
Magazine	European journal of obstetrics, gynaecology, and reproductive biology
Date	09/01/2020
DOI	10.1016/j.ejogrb.2020.07.044
Introduction	Several patients with Essure® implants seek removal due to ongoing adverse effects, which may be linked to metal ion release from implant corrosion. The devices include polyester fibres, nickel-titanium alloy, and chromium. This study reports initial findings on nickel and chromium concentrations in peritoneal fluid and fallopian tube tissue during laparoscopic Essure® removal.
Quote	François Parant, Muriel Bost and Erdogan Nohuz et al. Potential release of toxic metal elements from Essure® device in symptomatic patients: First results of the French Ablimco cohort. Eur. J. Obstet. Gynecol. Reprod. Biol. 2020. Vol. 252. DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2020.07.044
Element	Nickel (Ni) , Chromium (Cr)
Industry	Medical Devices