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Tubal ligation (female sterilization).(Women's Health Advisor)
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- Clinical Reference Systems
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- November 1, 2008
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What is tubal ligation?
Tubal ligation is a permanent way to prevent pregnancy by surgically closing a woman's fallopian tubes. It is a type of sterilization for women. Normally, the fallopian tubes carry the eggs from the ovaries to the uterus. Tubal ligation closes the tubes. It prevents pregnancy because it stops sperm from reaching and fertilizing eggs.
People often refer to this procedure as "having your tubes tied."
When is it used?
Healthcare providers generally recommend a permanent form of birth control, such as tubal ligation, only if:
* You have had as many children as you want.