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Tubal ligation - Recovery

Alternative Names

Sterilization surgery - female; Tubal sterilization; Tube tying; Tying the tubes 

Expectations after surgery:

Most women recover with no problems. There are no tests needed to make sure the procedure will prevent pregnancy in the future.

Convalescence:

  • Avoid heavy exercise for several days after the procedure.
  • Pain medicine may help relieve discomfort.
  • You can have sexual intercourse as soon as you feel ready, usually within a week.
  • You may be able to return to work within a few days.
  • Reviewed last on: 2/19/2008
  • Peter Chen, MD, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

References

Katz VL, Lentz GM, Lobo RA, Gershenson DM. Katz: Comprehensive Gynecology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby; 2007.