What are possible complications following a tubal ligation?
• Wound infection • Bruising • Haematoma formation • Anaesthesia-related • Mesosalpingeal tears which may require laparotomy to control bleeding • Injury to blood vessels of the abdominal wall or those of the lower abdomen and pelvic sidewall, • Injury to the urinary tract or the bowel • Uterine perforation • Procedure failure with unexpected pregnancy (higher risk of ectopic pregnancy)