Question: 163: Lippe’s loop is a type of contraceptive used as:
(1) Non-Medicated IUD
(2) Copper releasing IUD
(3) Cervical barrier
(4) Vault barrier
Answer: Option (1)
Explanation:
Lippe’s loop is an intrauterine device that does not contain any hormone or copper.
It works mainly by inducing a local inflammatory reaction in the uterus,
which is hostile to sperms and prevents fertilisation.
Non-medicated IUDs like Lippe’s loop were among the earliest intrauterine contraceptive devices used for long-term contraception.
Option (2) is incorrect because copper releasing IUDs include devices such as Cu-T and Cu-7, which release copper ions.
Option (3) is incorrect because cervical barriers include devices like diaphragms and cervical caps,
which block the cervix.
Option (4) is incorrect because vault barriers include devices like condoms and
diaphragms placed in the vaginal vault.
Therefore, Lippe’s loop is a non-medicated intrauterine device.