Female sterilisation

What is female sterilisation?

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Female sterilisation is an operation where the fallopian tubes are blocked or sealed to prevent the eggs reaching the sperm and becoming fertilised, and thus preventing pregnancy. 

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What does happens during female sterilisation surgery?​

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The surgery is called tubal occlusion procedure carried out by your Gynaecologist Consultant. Your fallopian tubes are accessed via laparoscopy surgery.

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A long, thin instrument that has a light and camera on it (a laparoscope) to clearly see your fallopian tubes is inserted. 

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The fallopian tubes are then blocked by applying clips or rings, or by tying, cutting and removing a small piece of the tube.

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If blocking the fallopian tubes has not worked, the tubes may be completely removed. This is called a salpingectomy.

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