Tubal ligation and menopause
Published April 16, 2024 | 
( 1999 )
What effect does tubal ligation have on menopause? What are the side effects?
The egg (ovum) passes through the fallopian tubes on its way from the ovary to the uterus following ovulation. In tubal ligation, the fallopian tubes are usually cut and tied off. This is done to prevent pregnancy by not allowing fertilization of the egg. Tubal ligation should have no side effects once the soreness from the procedure resolves.
Menopause is a natural phase of a woman’s life when menstrual periods cease due to an age-related decrease in production of the hormone estrogen by the ovaries. Tubal ligation doesn’t change this process in any way or change the decisions about the use of hormone replacement therapy. Tubal ligation does eliminate the concern about a possible unplanned pregnancy in early menopause when there may be irregular and skipped periods