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Note:

The procedure can also be done by Culdoscopy (a tube inserted through

posterior fornix of the vagina) or colostomy (incision through vagina). But the

incident of pelvic infection is higher with these procedures and visualization is less.

Advantage of tubal ligation:

1- It can be performed on an outpatient basis, and the patient is usually

discharged within a few hours after the procedure.

2- It's 99.6 effective.

3- It has been associated with decreased incidence of ovarion cancer.

4- Patient can return to having intercourse 2 to 3 days after having the procedure.

Disadvantage of tubal ligation:

1- Some patients may be reluctant this type of procedure because it requires a

small surgical incision and general anesthesia.

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