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Q: What is the increased risk of ectopic pregnancy after tubal ligation?
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Is it possible to actually get pregnant after a tubal ligation and NOT be an ectopic pregnancy?

After a tubal ligation you should NOT be able to get pregnant.


Can a person become pregnant with twins after tubal ligation?

Pregnancy after tubal ligation is very rare. Tubal ligation has less than a 2% failure rate and even if you do get pregnant without reversal surgery you are more likely to have an ectopic pregnancy. Ectopic pregnancy is very dangerous and you should see a Dr immediately if you feel that you may be pregnant.


What is the chances of you getting pregnant after your tubes were clamped 7 year's ago?

Women have less than a 2% chance of becoming pregnant naturally after having a tubal ligation. If you feel that you may be pregnant after a tubal ligation you should see a Dr as soon as possible to rule out an ectopic pregnancy. Women who have had a tubal ligation are at a high risk for ectopic pregnancy which can be life threatening.


Can you become pregnant after a tubal ligation and a tummy tuck?

I had my tubal ligation in November 2004. In February 2008 I decide to have a tummy tuck and breast lift and augmentation. June 2008 i found out i was 8 weeks pregnant, but was a ectopic pregnancy!! Just sharing my experience.


If your tubes been tied for8 years can you get pregnant?

Yes, but it would be extremely rare, unless your tubal ligation has come undone. The chance of the pregnancy being normal are lower, and the chance that it is an ectopic or tubal pregnancy is much higher than normal.


Is it possible to get pregnant 15 years after tubal ligation?

Although natural pregnancy could occur it is very slim. If it does happen naturally there is a very good chance that it would be ectopic. The most natural way to have a child after having a tubal ligation is with tubal ligation reversal. Surprising to many is the fact the tubal reversal has a better pregnancy rate than the alternative treatment of IVF. Not only does tubal ligation reversal have a better success rate it is more natural and less expensive than the alternative.


Can Tubal sterilization cause discomfort?

Some women report increased menstrual discomfort after tubal ligation. It is not known if this is related to the tubal ligation itself


What is a tubalation and can you have a baby after having a tubalation?

Yes. There is an 0.4% failure rate for tubal ligation resulting in pregnancy (1 in 250). Most of these are ectopic pregnancies and many are in the tubes. The tubal ligation success rate is 99% in the first year, but after that, there can be increased chances that the body will heal itself and rebuild or reconnect the tubes. See the comment in the discussion section for an anecdotal summary of one case.


Has ANONE HERE been told that they are pregnant after having the Falope Ring Tubaligation or know SOMEONE that has Was it ectopic or not?

Pregnancy after Tubal Ligation is very rare. It has less than a 2% failure rate and is considered permanent. Woman that do get pregnant afterward usually experience it in within the first 3 months during healing or several years later due to the tube healing back together. Women who have had tubal ligation are at greater risk for ectopic pregnancy which can be life threatening if left untreated. If you feel that you could be pregnant after a tubal ligation you should see a Dr immediately.


What is the chances of a pregnancy going normal if you have your tubes clamped and get pregnant?

Your doctor will be able to tell if the baby is implanted in the correct place. The risk of ectopic pregnancy is 12.5% for women who have had a tubal ligation--but chances of pregnancy are much less to begin with.


Is a tubal and ectopic pregnancy the same thing?

A normal pregnancy is when the foetus grow in the womb where it's supposed to be, whereas an ectopic pregnancy is where the foetus is growing in the fallopian tubes, this is very serious if you suspect an ectopic pregnancy go strait to you GP or nearest A&E department, Ectopic pregnancies can be potentially life threatening.


What is the medical term for a pregnancy called a 'tubby'?

Ectopic pregnancy aka tubal pregnancy.