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Tubal ligation

Alternative Names: Sterilization surgery - female; Tubal sterilization Risks: Risks due to anesthesia include: Reactions to medications Problems breathing Risks of any surgery include: Bleeding Infection Additional risks for tubal ligation include: Incomplete closure of the tubes, with possible continued fertility. Approximately 1 out of 200 women who have had tubal ligation will get pregnant. Increased risk of an ectopic (tubal) pregnancy if pregnancy occurs after a tubal ligation. Injury to adjacent organs or structures caused by the laparoscopic instruments. Text Continues Below

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