Tubal ligation reversal

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How you prepare

By Mayo Clinic staff

Before you have a tubal ligation reversal, your health care provider will likely:

  • Explain the details of the procedure
  • Discuss the likelihood of success and your ability to get pregnant after the procedure
  • Discuss other options for pregnancy, such as IVF
What you can expect Risks

  • See Also

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  • Tubal ligation

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References
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