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TUBAL LIGATION Tubal ligation or tubal sterilization is a surgical procedure to prevent pregnancy or permanent birth control. During the procedure, the fallopian tubes are cut, tied, or blocked to permanently prevent pregnancy. Tubal ligation is also called female sterilization. This procedure doesn't affect the menstrual cycle and can be done at any time, including after childbirth or in combination with another abdominal surgery, such as a C-section. Most tubal ligation procedures cannot be reversed and if reversal is attempted, it requires major surgery and is not always effective. FAQ Is tubal ligation high risk? Tubal ligation procedures are done through very low-risk surgeries and are very safe for most people and complications are rare. The doctor makes incisions in your belly to permanently close and cut the fallopian tubes. How long is recovery after tubal ligation? Tubal ligation recovery takes 1-3 weeks after the procedure and may take longer after a C-section or childbirth. You may experience pain in the incision area along with abdominal pain, dizziness, fatigue, shoulder pain, bloating, or gas. With time these side effects will go away. How permanent is tubal ligation? Tubal ligation is a safe and highly effective surgical procedure that permanently prevents pregnancy.