What are the harms of tubal ligation for women?
Disease description:
Hello doctor, my husband and I have recently been considering contraceptive methods. Some people suggested that tubal ligation for women is a more permanent solution, but I still feel somewhat anxious about it. I would like to ask what potential harms or risks tubal ligation might pose to women?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Lu
Tubal ligation is a common method of sterilization that is generally safe and effective for most women, but it may also have some potential effects, such as infertility, menstrual abnormalities, endocrine disorders, and pelvic diseases.
1. Infertility: Tubal ligation prevents sperm and eggs from meeting, thereby blocking normal fertilization and achieving contraception. Therefore, women who have undergone tubal ligation will no longer be able to conceive naturally.
2. Menstrual abnormalities: The procedure may affect the secretion of ovarian hormones, leading to menstrual cycle disorders, including increased or decreased menstrual flow, prolonged or shortened menstruation.
3. Endocrine disorders: The surgery may impact ovarian function, potentially causing premature ovarian insufficiency in clinical practice, which leads to reduced hormone secretion and endocrine imbalances.
4. Pelvic diseases: Tubal ligation usually involves blocking both of a woman's fallopian tubes. If proper postoperative care is not taken, bacterial invasion may occur, potentially causing pelvic inflammatory disease.
Before deciding to undergo tubal ligation, it is recommended to communicate fully with a doctor, understand your personal health condition, and weigh the benefits and risks of the procedure to make a decision that suits you best.
