There is an opportunity to discuss these options in full at consultation. Any surgery to the lower abdomen or pelvic area including delivery by caesarean section. A waist measurement of over 32 inches may also make the procedure more difficult. It is also important that we are aware of the following conditions before a booking is made. If there is any possibility that a woman might be pregnant we can arrange to perform a pregnancy test before booking an appointment.
Sterilisation is a very safe procedure.
The risks are very small but should be considered. There is a very slight risk of damage to other organs during the procedure, particularly the womb and bowel, but this is extremely rare. Although this can occur in any pregnancy, the relative risk is slightly higher after sterilisation. The procedure will be performed by a very experienced gynaecologist and the Centre is fully equipped to deal with any emergency that may arise. Although it is highly effective, sterilisation does fail occasionally.