Tubal Sterilization and Vasectomy

This methods are permanent and are recommended only for people that is 100% sure that don’t want to have more babies.

What is Tubal  Sterilization?

Women can have an operation called a tubal sterilization, which means that the tubes in a women's abdomen where sperm could potentially reach an egg are permanently blocked.

What is a vasectomy?

Men can have an operation called a vasectomy, which means that the tubes in a man where sperm is carried are permanently blocked. It does not affect the men sexual capacity.

How effective is it?

A sterilization operation (for men and women) is 99.5%-99.9% effective, but it is NOT effective against sexually transmitted diseases.

What are the PROS and CONS?

PROS:

• Permanent protection against pregnancy
• No lasting side effects
• No effect on pleasure

CONS:

• Mild bleeding or infection directly after operation
• Some people regret later that they are no longer able to have children
• Some people have a negative reaction to the anesthetic used during the operation
• Reversibility cannot be guaranteed
• Rarely, tubes reopen, allowing pregnancy to occur
• Pregnancies that occur are more likely to be ectopic (in the fallopian tubes)

TUBAL STERILIZATION:

• Bruising where the incision is made
• Very rare injury to blood vessels or bowel

VASECTOMY:

• Infection or blood clot in or near the testicles

•  Temporary bruises, swelling, or tenderness of the scrotum

• Sperm leakage may form temporary small lumps near testicles

 Adapted from http://www.plannedparenthood.org/bc/contrachoices.htm