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It is within the Fallopian tube that fertilization, the joining of the egg and the sperm, takes place. During tubal ligation, the tubes are cut or blocked in order to close off the sperm's access to the egg.

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What is the medical term meaning tying the tubes to prevent pregnancy?

Tubal ligation, usually written bilateral tubal ligation, means getting your tubes tied to avoid pregnancy.


What is the medical term meaning Cutting and sealing the oviducts to prevent pregnancy?

bilateral tubal ligation


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.


What is the name of the procedure of having clamps placed on your tubed to prevent pregnancy?

The procedure to clamp your fallopian tubes to prevent pregnancy is called tubal ligation. It normally is not considered to be reversible.


Statistics on tubal ligation pregnancy?

There is a slight risk immediately following tubal ligation surgery of becoming pregnant. After one year the risk factor of pregnancy is 1 in 1000.


Can you get pregnant 8yrs after tubal ligation?

The more time that passes after a tubal ligation the (slightly) higher the risk of regeneration of the fallopian tube/s. It is extremely rare but it can happen. Because there is scar tissue from the tubal ligation, there is also an increase chance of a tubal pregnancy. If your period suddenly stops, whether you are having symptoms of pregnancy or not, take a pregnancy test or see your OB / GYN.


Pregnancy symptoms after tubal ligation 10 years ago?

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What does it mean to get your tubes tied?

Getting your tubes tied is an expression for a tubal ligation procedure. Tubal ligation is form of female sterilization, a permanent birth control method. Tubal ligation is a surgical procedure that seals fallopian tubes and eliminates the chance of pregnancy.


Can a women become pregnant 6 years after having a tubal and with the help of birth control pills?

A tubal ligation is a highly effective method of preventing pregnancy. Birth control pills prevent, but don't help, a woman to get pregnant. Combining tubal ligation and birth control pills is not an effective way 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.


Does a tubal ligation cause a women to enter menopause prematurely?

No, a tubal ligation does not cause a woman to enter menopause prematurely. This surgical procedure, which involves blocking or sealing the fallopian tubes to prevent pregnancy, does not affect the ovaries or their hormonal function. Menopause is a natural biological process that typically occurs due to age-related changes in ovarian function, not as a result of tubal ligation.


What are your chances of a healthy pregnancy after a tubal pregnancy 2 years ago?

If you have had a tubal ligation and you want to become pregnant, it may happen, but you'll have better chances if you have a surgical procedure to reverse the tubal ligation. There is no guarantee that you'll experience success after a reversal, but the ability to reverse a tubal ligation is there and it will dramatically increase your chances of becoming pregnant again. Here is a website related to your question. HTH. http://www.amazingpregnancy.com/pregnancy-articles/486.html