Tubectomy
For women, a tubectomy is a permanent method of sterilization or family planning. By obstructing, severing, or sealing the fallopian tubes, pregnancy is avoided by preventing the egg from meeting the sperm.
Who Should Consider Tubectomy?
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Have completed their family
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Do not wish to have more children
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Have medical reasons to avoid future pregnancies
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Want a permanent and reliable birth control method
When Can Tubectomy Be Done?
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After normal delivery
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During caesarean section
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As an interval procedure (6 weeks or more after delivery)
Benefits of Tubectomy
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Does not affect sexual life
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No effect on hormones or menstrual cycle
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No need for daily or monthly contraception
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Permanent and highly effective contraception