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Tubal ring sterilization: experience with 10,086 cases

S D Mumford, P P Bhiwandiwala

    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    |February 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    The Silastic ring is a safe and effective method for female sterilization across various timing scenarios. This study confirms its comparable performance to other tubal occlusion techniques.

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    Area of Science:

    • Reproductive Medicine
    • Gynecologic Surgery
    • Contraception

    Background:

    • Female sterilization is a common method of permanent contraception.
    • The Silastic ring is one available method for tubal occlusion.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of the Silastic ring for interval, postabortion, and postpartum sterilization.
    • To analyze complications, failure rates, and surgical difficulties associated with the Silastic ring.

    Main Methods:

    • In-depth analysis of 10,086 cases from 51 institutions in 23 countries.
    • Life-table method used to study tubal ring failure.
    • Exploration of application difficulties and surgical complications.

    Main Results:

    • The Silastic ring demonstrates comparable safety and efficacy to other tubal occlusion techniques.
    • Data on surgical complications, infection, and menstrual irregularities were analyzed.
    • Technical failure rates during application were detailed.

    Conclusions:

    • Tubal ring sterilization using the Silastic ring is a safe and effective procedure.
    • Its performance is comparable to alternative methods of female sterilization.

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