Sterilisation Flashcards
1
Q
Female sterilisation methods
A
Laparoscopic bilateral tubal ligation
2
Q
Male sterilisation methods
A
Vasectomy - interrupt vas deferens to prevent sperm entering ejaculate
3
Q
Failure rates
A
Female - up to 1/300
Male - 1/2000
4
Q
Success of reversal
A
<50% male
<70% female if minimal damage
5
Q
Complications of vasectomy
A
Infection (epididymitis)
Haemorrhage (haematocoele)
Persistent testicular pain
