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Surgical and Permanent Methods

Surgical / Permanent Methods are discussed. Learn about vasectomies and tubal sterilization (ligation). Definitions, pros and cons, effectiveness, STD protection, and cost will all be presented.
Methods of Permanent Birth Control
Also known as "permanent infertility", permanent methods of contraception are specific surgical procedures. People can choose a surgical method of birth control if they know for sure that they do not want to have any more (or any) children. Permanent contraceptives tend to be the most …
Methods of Permanent Contraception
Information about the 2 forms of permanent contraceptives. Defintion of permanent birth control as well as descriptions of both of the contraceptive methods falling under this category.
Tubal Ligation
Tubal ligation (also known as having one's tubes tied) is a permanent form of female sterilization. This is a surgical procedure that closes off a woman's fallopian tubes. Learn more about tubal ligation, what to expect, risks, and costs. Discussion about tubal reversal as a choice if a woman regrets this decision.
Effectiveness of Permanent Methods
A comparison of the effectiveness of both available permanent contraceptive options. Compare how each of these birth control methods rate in preventing pregnancy.
Vasectomy or Tubal Ligation - Making the Decision
Sterilization surgery - information provided to help in making the decision to undergo a vasectomy or tubal ligation.

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