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Sterilization

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Sterilization is the surgical intervention making reproductive organs incapable of reproducing or delivery of viable gametes. Sterilization is the most widely used method of contraception in the world, in both developing and developed countries.<br />

Tubal ligation is the procedure for women. It is also known as tying the tubes and is not reversible. There are two common methods for tubal ligation— laparoscopy and transcervical sterilization.

 

Laparoscopy is the insertion of the instrument at the edge of the navel and closes the tube by electrocauterization or burning. The tubes can also be closed off or blocked with tiny rings, clips, or plugs. Recovery occurs within a week, and the procedure requires general anesthesia.

 

Transcervical sterization is the insertion of the soft, flexible, micro insert into each fallopian tube in a 35 minute procedure. Tissue grows around the micro-rod blocks the fallopian tubes, which causes sterilization.

 

Once a women is sterilized, no other method of birth control will ever be necessary. The regularity of menstrual cycles are not affected, and the ovaries, uterus, and hormonal systems do not change. Sexual enjoyment is not diminished, but the procedures are irreversible.<br />

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