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Tubal ligation (female sterilisation, minilap): Blocking or cutting the fallopian tubes for permanent contraception. It is done for women who do not want more children; free in Nepal's family planning programme.
Blocking or cutting the fallopian tubes for permanent contraception.
Women who do not want more children; free in Nepal's family planning programme.
Fasting; pregnancy must be excluded.
Infection, bleeding, rare ectopic pregnancy if it fails.
Home the same day; avoid heavy work for about a week.
What is tubal ligation?
Blocking or cutting the fallopian tubes for permanent contraception.
Why is tubal ligation done?
Women who do not want more children; free in Nepal's family planning programme.
How do I prepare for tubal ligation?
Fasting; pregnancy must be excluded.
How long is recovery after tubal ligation?
Home the same day; avoid heavy work for about a week.
What are the risks of tubal ligation?
Infection, bleeding, rare ectopic pregnancy if it fails.
SI summary (own words); MedlinePlus (NLM) and NHS as references