Definitions of pessary in English
noun
(1) A contraceptive device consisting of a flexible dome-shaped cup made of rubber or plastic; it is filled with spermicide and fitted over the uterine cervix
(2) A contraceptive device consisting of a flexible dome-shaped cup made of rubber or plastic
(3) It is filled with spermicide and fitted over the uterine cervix
Examples of pessary in English
(1) In vivo the pessary demonstrated high contraceptive efficacy in rabbits of proven fertility.
(2) For example, a Gellhorn pessary can offer excellent support for uterine prolapse as long as the perineal body is intact.
(3) Occlusive devices, such as pessaries , can mimic the effects of a retropubic urethropexy.
(4) Thrush is easily treated using pessaries (tablets that are inserted into the vagina), cream or tablets.
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(6) Medication for conditions like thrush, such as creams, pessaries or suppositories may also damage latex and prevent the condom working properly.
(7) The nineteenth century also saw the commercial development of chemical contraceptives, usually in the form of pessaries for insertion into the vagina.
(8) Thrush is easily treated using pessaries (almond-shaped tablets that are inserted into the vagina), cream or tablets.
synonyms of pessary
diaphragm
