tubal ligation
Permanent birth control
Tubal ligation is a surgical procedure for permanent female sterilization, in which the fallopian tubes are cut, tied, or blocked to prevent eggs from reaching the uterus.
Colloquially called getting your tubes tied.
The procedure is usually irreversible, though surgical reversal is sometimes attempted.
- contraceptionPregnancy prevention measures
- tubectomyFemale sterilization surgery
- hysterectomyExcision of the uterus
- pelvic surgeryProcedure on lower torso bones
- sterilizationComplete elimination of microbes
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