Recent studies show that tubal ligation is over 99 percent effective at preventing future pregnancy. This eMedTV Web resource offers a detailed overview of this procedure, including how it is performed and possible complications.
This eMedTV article covers tubal ligation (sometimes called "having your tubes tied"), which is a surgical procedure used to prevent pregnancy. This page gives an overview of laparoscopic tubal ligation and its risks, benefits, and alternatives.
The major reason for undergoing a tubal ligation is to permanently prevent pregnancy. This eMedTV resource gives in-depth information on the reasons for having a tubal ligation, as well as a list of alternatives to the procedure.
As this eMedTV page explains, when you prepare for a tubal ligation, it's important to make a list of your current medications and arrange for transportation home. This article offers detailed information on preparing for laparoscopic tubal ligation.
As this eMedTV Web article explains, on the day of a tubal ligation, you will have an intravenous line (or IV) for medications and fluids, as well as an EKG to monitor your heart. This segment explains what you can expect on the day of the procedure.
When having your tubal ligation, you may notice unfamiliar items and instruments in the operating room. This eMedTV page talks about the things you may see in the operating room for a laparoscopic tubal ligation, such as anesthesia equipment.
The anesthesia used for laparoscopic tubal ligation eliminates any pain felt during the procedure. This eMedTV Web page describes the different types of laparoscopic tubal ligation anesthesia and explains how they are administered.
As this eMedTV page explains, tubal ligation is a procedure that prevents a woman from becoming pregnant (by blocking the fallopian tubes). This article describes the tubal ligation procedure, from the initial incision to the closing stitches.
During your tubal ligation recovery, you may experience pain, chills, nausea, and other symptoms. This eMedTV resource offers an in-depth look at the recovery process and what you can expect after your tubal ligation.
In over 99 out of 100 cases, the results of laparoscopic tubal ligation lead to pregnancy prevention. This eMedTV segment offers an in-depth look at the results of laparoscopic tubal ligation, including an increased risk of ectopic pregnancy.
Tubal ligation does not affect the menstrual cycle or the ability to have sex. This eMedTV page offers more information about tubal ligation and its effects on the menstrual cycle.
Pregnancy occurs in less than 1 percent of women following tubal ligation. This part of the eMedTV Web site discusses the possibility of pregnancy after a tubal ligation, including statistics on the reversal procedure known as tubal reanastomosis.
Fewer than 1 out of 100 women experience problems with a tubal ligation. This eMedTV page discusses both major and minor laparoscopic tubal ligation complications, and explains how they may require additional treatment.
As this eMedTV article explains, women wishing to avoid laparoscopic tubal ligation may choose alternatives such as condoms or diaphragms. However, these laparoscopic tubal ligation alternatives are not as effective as tubal ligation.
Though rare, a urinary tract injury can occur following tubal ligation. As this eMedTV page explains, this can require antibiotics and, in some cases, surgery. This segment gives an overview of urinary tract injuries following tubal ligation.
As this selection from the eMedTV archives explains, scars are a possibility after tubal ligation, especially if you have a history of keloids (very thick scars). This article provides an overview of scars and tubal ligation.
Organ injury can occur with tubal ligation, possibly damaging organs such as the uterus and bladder. As this eMedTV resource explains, organ injury with tubal ligation is rare and, in most cases, quickly and easily healed.
Nerve injury is one of the potential complications of tubal ligation. As this eMedTV page explains, it can result in numbness, tingling, and muscle weakness. This Web page offers an overview of nerve injury and tubal ligation, including why it occurs.
Whenever a new drug is used, there is a chance of an allergic reaction. As this eMedTV resource explains, however, talking to your doctor about your allergies and medications can reduce your medication risk with tubal ligation.
Infections are a potential complication of surgery such as tubal ligation. This part of the eMedTV Web library takes a look at tubal ligation and infections, including the different types of infections that can occur and how they may be treated.
As this eMedTV page explains, an incisional hernia (when the abdominal wall fails to close after surgery) is a rare but possible complication of tubal ligation. This article discusses the risk of developing an incisional hernia after tubal ligation.
There are two types of bowel injury that can occur during tubal ligation -- perforation and burn. This eMedTV Web resource offers in-depth information on bowel injury and tubal ligation, including possible treatments.
An ileus (temporary stoppage of bowel functions) is a potential complication of tubal ligation. This eMedTV Web page explains why you may experience delayed bowel function after tubal ligation and lists treatment options, such as clear liquids.
Unwanted blood clots following tubal ligation can block the flow of blood. As this eMedTV article explains, this can cause problems such as a pulmonary embolus. This page provides facts and treatment information about blood clots and tubal ligation.
Some bleeding with a tubal ligation is normal, but serious bleeding can also occur. As this eMedTV page explains, this may require surgical intervention. This article focuses on the causes and treatments of bleeding during or after a tubal ligation.
As this eMedTV segment explains, during a tubal ligation, misplacement of the needle used to fill the abdomen with carbon dioxide can cause air insufflation injuries. This page covers the consequences of air insufflation injuries with tubal ligation.
As this eMedTV page explains, your doctor may discover life-threatening problems during your tubal ligation, and you may require immediate major abdominal surgery to treat them. This article discusses abdominal surgery following tubal ligation.
