Definition: A surgical procedure
that permanently closes the fallopian tubes so that eggs are unable
to be fertilized by sperm. Most often a minor surgical procedure that
is done through a lapraroscope and requires only a small incision.
Usually 99% effective against future pregnancy.
Also Known As: tubes tied, tying tubes,
tubal, sterilization
Alternate Spellings: tubale ligation
Common Misspellings: tuball ligation, tubal
ligition
