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tubal ligation (medicine)


tubal ligation
<gynaecology, procedure> A surgical procedure that involves ligation (closure) of the fallopian tubes to prevent an unfertilized egg from reaching the uterus.

A method of sterilisation. Believed to have better than 99% effectiveness. This surgery can be performed through a laparoscope, using a small abdominal incision to allow passage of the fibreoptic scope. most women can return to work within a few days after the procedure.