Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation is a permanent and surgical contraceptive method. This surgery is performed at the time of delivery. The whole procedure is performed under a general anesthesia. During the surgery, the fallopian tubes are cut and sealed or tied and blocked. This helps in preventing the fertilization of eggs by the sperm. The surgery is done with the help of laparoscope and small incisions will be made in the abdomen.
There are advantages and disadvantages in having a laparoscopic tubal ligation procedure. Some of the main benefits include:
Faster recovery
Paved way to explore the pelvic area
Effective
Less time consuming
Disadvantages of this procedure may include:
Anaesthetic risks
Risk of failure
Irreversible
Injury to the bowel, blood vessel or bladder
Transection of the fallopian tube
Changes in the menstrual cycle
Hysterectomy
Mortality
Ectopic Pregnancy etc.