Tubal ligation, or getting your tubes tied, is a permanent alternative to ongoing birth control methods. A short, effective procedure, our team at Horizons OB-GYN & Aesthetics can perform tubal ligation or a salpingectomy in about an hour and it only requires a few days of downtime.
If you’ve been thinking about getting your tubes tied, we’ve put together a guide to help you know what to expect and the requirements for getting tubes tied in Winter Garden.
What to Expect
“Getting your tubes tied” is a colloquial term for tubal ligation or salpingectomy. A tubal ligation removes part of the fallopian tubes to prevent pregnancy, while a salpingectomy removes the fallopian tubes completely.
We often recommend a salpingectomy over a tubal ligation due to its virtually zero failure rate in preventing pregnancy. By removing the fallopian tubes entirely, we reduce the possibility of “spontaneous recanalization,” or the reconnecting of the tubes. Though rare, if the tubes reconnect, it can lead to unwanted pregnancy.
A salpingectomy also has the added benefit of helping prevent ovarian cancer.
During the procedure, we make 3 small incisions in the lower abdomen, locate the fallopian tubes, and remove them. We put our patients under general anesthesia so they remain comfortable and can return home the same day.
Requirements
To qualify for a salpingectomy, you should:
- Be at least 21 years of age, though we can discuss your options if you are younger—especially if you have unusual circumstances.
- Be at least 6 weeks post-partum. However, if you are pregnant and need a c-section, we can offer permanent sterilization during the c-section.
- Have full confidence that you do not want any more children.
While there are many non-permanent options for birth control available, a tubal ligation or salpingectomy is permanent and irreversible. During your consultation, we discuss your health history and help you decide if salpingectomy is the right choice for you.
Discover More With Us
If you think you may qualify for tubal ligation or a salpingectomy and want to learn more, give us a call at 407-MYOBGYN or 407-696-2496 to set up a consultation.
Or, book an appointment right on our website to get started.
