Laparoscopic sterilization is a method of permanent contraception. It involves keyhole surgery and the application of titanium clips to the fallopian tubes that permanently block them off. All methods of sterilization have a small rate of failure. The failure rate of laparoscopic sterilization is in the region of 1 in 300 cases. Although it is possible to reverse laparoscopic sterilization with tubal microsurgery, success cannot be guaranteed. Reversal is also not funded by the public health system.
You are usually admitted as a day case. You are given a general anaesthetic and two small keyhole incisions are made in the abdomen. Titanium clips are applied to the tubes through the keyholes. The operation takes about 30minutes, and you are usually discharged the same day. You will suffer some moderate abdominal discomfort for a few days. Generally you can return to normal activities after 2-3 days. The contraceptive effect of laparoscopic sterilization takes effect straight away. Laparoscopic sterilization is covered by many health insurance policies.