Dalkon Shield

Contrary to the coils used today, the Dalkon Shield was unsafe and dangerous. The coil was rather large and accordingly difficult to insert and remove. As a result, the retrieval threads consisted of several threads plaited together (multifilament) which worked as a “ladder” for bacteria. The retrieval threads of other coils consist of just one single thread (monofilament).

Inventory Number
1587
Dating
1971
Material
cardboard, plastic
Size in cm
26,6 x 2,1 x 0,5
Condition
very good
Donor
Dr. Frederick Schmidt