This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Contraceptives, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Among the following IUCD's which has life span for 10 years? 
Select and explain. 
A. CuT380A, B. CuT200, C. Nova T, D. Multiload
A: CuT380A
Answer: A: CuT380A 
Explanation: Ans. is a, i.e. CuT380ARef: Shaw 15th/ed, p227; Novak 14th/ed, p263Most of the IUCDs have an average life span of 3 years.Exceptions are:* Nova T/Multiload 375/Levonova- 5 years* CuT 380 A (also known as Paragard)- 10 years - Distributed free of cost* Progestasert- 1 years* CuT200 B- 4 years, in US and 3 years in India and in European countries* Levonorgestrel containing IUCD can be used for: (Mirona)- 7-10 years, but is approved for 5 years