Question

What are the most common methods of male and female surgical sterilization?

Answer 1

The most common methods of male surgical sterilization are:

1. Vasectomy: Both vasa deferentia are cut within the scrotum, and the loose ends are tied off. This method is 99% effective.
2. Castration: Removal of testes

The most common methods of female surgical sterilization are:

1. Tubectomy: It is tube ligation done in females. The fallopian tubes (oviducts) are cut and tied off. This method is 99% effective.
2. Hysterectomy: Removal of uterus
3. Oophorectomy: Removal of ovaries