What is Sterilization?

Sterilization involves blocking or cutting the woman's fallopian tubes so no eggs can travel to the uterus to be fertilized. It is generally an outpatient procedure and normal activities can be resumed within a few days. Sterilization, a permanent form of birth control, is 99.6% effective. Voluntary sterilization is the most popular birth control method worldwide.

What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Sterilization?

Many couples choose sterilization because they will no longer have to think about birth control.

The risks with sterilization are the same as with any type of surgery. On rare occasions women may have complications from anesthesia, internal bleeding, injury to the surrounding internal structures, or infection.

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