Female sterilisation for contraception request (1173)

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The term female sterilisation is commonly used to refer to procedures intended to physically interrupt the transport of ovum released form the ovary to the uterus, thereby preventing fertilisation and pregnancy.

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Last reviewed: 20/11/2024

Next review date: 30/11/2029

Author(s): Claire Higgins.

Version: 1

Approved By: Gynaecology Clinical Governance Group

Document Id: 1173

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Female sterilisation for contraception request (1173)

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