Indications and Contraindications
Indications
Tubal Sterilization is indicated when the patient voluntarily requests for a permanent method of contraception.
Special legal and ethical criteria must be met in cases where the patient is undergoing sterilization and has a physical, psychological, or intellectual disability.
Contraindications
- The patient should make the request herself, be of sound mind, and not act under external duress.
- During delivery of the baby some women opt for sterilization; however this should be deferred if maternal or infant complications are anticipated.
- Surgery is contraindicated in patients with active infections like Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
- The laparoscopic approach is also contraindicated in patients with severe heart or lung problems.
- Surgery is deferred in patients with suspected pregnancy.
