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Sterilization, Female - Tubal Ligation

Home Care and Complications

What happens later at home?

Most women recover with no problems. Vigorous exercise or other straining that could cause discomfort around the incision should be avoided. Oral pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen, usually manage the pain. Most of the time women can return to work and routine activities in 2 to 3 days. Sexual intercourse may be resumed as soon as it is comfortable, usually within a week.

What are the potential complications after the procedure?

Complications are uncommon but may include:

anesthesia-related problems such as difficulty breathing or medication reactions.

bleeding at the site of the tubal ligation, incision or surrounding structures.

infection.

blood clots.

sterilization failure, or incomplete closing or spontaneous reforming of the tubes with possible fertility.

increased risk of ectopic pregnancy if pregnancy occurs.

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