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Liletta gets a new inserter: Steps for successful placement

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Technique video


Allergan and Medicines360 offer a video demonstrating proper Liletta insertion technique at www.lilettahcp.com. The video includes proper loading of the inserter as well as correct uterine depth measurement and release of Liletta from the inserter. Clinicians are reminded to use aseptic technique during the entire insertion procedure.


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