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Tubal ligation is a permanent contraceptive procedure where the fallopian tubes are cut, sealed, or blocked

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Tubal ligation is a permanent contraceptive procedure where the fallopian tubes are cut, sealed, or blocked. This prevents the eggs from reaching the uterus, eliminating any possibility of pregnancy. The non-hormonal birth control surgery is safe yet effective, and is usually done laparoscopically.

The procedure is also called tubal sterilization. The procedure is often done in high-risk pregnancies or if the patient has concerns pertaining to inherited disorders. It is also done voluntarily if the patient desires a permanent form of birth control.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis

Prior to the surgery, necessary tests like blood tests are done to understand the physical fitness for surgery. Also, a pregnancy test is conducted to check if an individual is pregnant.

Treatment

Treatment

Tubal Ligation surgery can be performed in three ways. Depending on when it is taking place, a surgeon can perform either one.

Mini-laparotomy: The Permanent birth control surgery is performed if the tubal ligation is being performed within 24 hours of vaginal childbirth. An incision will be made below the belly button to access the uterus and fallopian tubes and the cut will be small so only a part of the tubes will be removed.

Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation: If the surgery is done six weeks after giving birth, it is done laparoscopically – where two small incisions - one at the navel and the other, just above the pubic bone under the belly button is made. It involves inserting a camera and surgical tools through small incisions made in the abdomen. During the procedure, using gas the abdomen is inflated for better visibility, helping guide the removal of the fallopian tubes. For those who are having tubal ligation without giving birth, a procedure called interval tubal ligation is performed laparoscopically. The procedure is done under general anaesthesia.

Laparoscopic sterilization is typically done as an outpatient procedure. The smaller incisions reduce recovery time after surgery and the risk of complications .

Laparotomy: This is a more extensive surgery that requires a larger abdominal incision and sometimes a day or two of recovery in the hospital. During the procedure, the surgeon makes a two- to five-inch incision in your abdomen, the tubes are cut and closed off using bands, rings or clamps. As this is an open abdominal surgery, the recovery time can take several weeks.

Pre-surgical care

Pre-surgical care

  • Prior to the surgery, it's important to tell your surgeon about any medicines you take. This includes over-the-counter medicines. You may have to stop taking aspirin or blood thinners as these may increase bleeding.
  • Tell your surgeon if you or someone in your family has ever had a reaction to general or local anesthesia.
  • Stop smoking well before surgery.
  • On the day and night before surgery you may be given instructions for when to stop eating and drinking.

Post-surgical care

Post-surgical care

  • Post tubal ligation, you’re taken to a recovery area for monitoring. If you’ve had a laparoscopic tubal ligation, you may be allowed to go home within a few hours.
  • Eat a light evening meal on the day of surgery. You will be able to gradually resume your normal diet.
  • Some discomfort is normal. Ask your surgeon what medicines to take for pain.
  • Counselling is an imperative post procedure. Since there is a permanence to the procedure.
  • alternative contraception, the onset of certain hormonal changes – all need to be properly discussed.
  • Your abdomen may be swollen for several days after the surgery. You can take over-the-counter pain medication or prescription pain relievers.
  • Vaginal bleeding up to one month after surgery is typical.
  • Avoid lifting anything heavy for at least one or two weeks. If you gave birth just before your tubal ligation, it’s usually recommended to wait at least four weeks to lift anything heavier than your baby.

Recovery

Recovery

  • Physically, heavy lifting and strenuous workouts need to be avoided. For the first two weeks post-surgery one must also not have sex, in case of high temperatures 100.4F, fainting spells, stomach pain, bleeding from the incision site, foul smells from the incision site – one must immediately speak to their doctor.
  • Post surgery, a strict diet must be adhered to to help in maintaining hormonal imbalance – protein rich foods are needed to aid tissue repair while iron rich food help in replenishing blood levels. Anti-inflammatory food is essential to reduce swelling along with water.
  • Walking and low impact workouts like yoga, swimming and body weight strength training can all be reintroduced gradually.

Why Choose Felix Hospital for Tubal Ligation Surgery in Noida?

Here’s what makes us the best hospital for tubal ligation surgery in Noida:

  • Experienced team: We have highly skilled, and best surgeons in Noida who excel in providing minimally invasive procedures.
  • Clinical excellence: We have proven experience in handling even the most complicated cases accurately and precisely.
  • Multidisciplinary approach: Our team of experienced surgeons work closely to provide excellent outcomes and best treatment.
  • State-of-the-art technology: We are equipped with the latest technology for diagnosing and providing world-class treatments.
  • Personalized care: We provide quality treatment to each patient as per the individual requirement to ensure personalized care.
  • Diet and nutrition support: Our experts will assist patients in recommending a diet that helps them recover and heal faster.

FAQs

No – since the tubes have been tied the egg released from the ovary and potentially fertilised by the sperm cannot reach the uterus and implant itself. Therefore, one cannot get pregnant.
Getting your tubes tied doesn’t impact your menstrual cycle. You’ll still get your period.
Salpingectomy is the removal of one or both of your fallopian tubes. Salpingectomy treats certain medical conditions of your fallopian tubes and prevents ovarian and breast cancers in people at a higher risk. Tubal ligation is a permanent birth control procedure when the fallopian tubes are permanently blocked to prevent pregnancy. Both procedures are forms of birth control that prevent pregnancy.
With a tubal ligation surgery, the doctor will either block or remove small sections of your fallopian tubes.