I had my tubs tied 7 years ago. I would like to have another child before I turn 35, will I be able to?

Answer 1

The chance is very very small. That's why they are so strict on making sure the woman is sure when she gets this done.

Answer 2

Yes is it possible to have a baby, you'll need to have tubal reversal tho, im in victoria, australia

and am having op done on march 20th

overall cost $2700

Reversal of Tubal Ligation
Tubal ligation is a method of sterilization that is used by nearly 40 percent of married couples. It is usually a permanent form of birth control. Some women, however, later change their mind about becoming pregnant. These women then have three options:


assisted reproduction, as with in vitro fertilization
adoption or
a reversal of the tubal ligation, which is repair by surgery


The choice between a tubal reversal or in vitro fertilization depends on the woman's age, method of tubal ligation, finances, and the patient's desires. Age is an important factor because there is less success with in vitro fertilization after age 40.


The method used for the initial tubal ligation will affect the success of the reversal. All forms of tubal ligation destroy some of the tube, whether done by rings, clips, or sutures. During the reversal, the damaged portion is removed and the good parts are sutured back together. An adequate length of tube is needed to re-attach the tube.


Once the decision is made to have a reversal, the patient and her partner will need a few tests. The tests estimate whether they will have success once the tubes are reconnected. They include a sperm count for the man and some basic fertility tests for the woman. A doctor who is specially trained in the microscopic technique should do the surgery.


The patient can expect to take 1-2 days to recover with two to four weeks of reduced activities at home. The success rate varies from person to person, and doctor to doctor. The pregnancy rate after a tubal reversal is around 70 percent, with a 1 to 5 percent chance of a tubal pregnancy after this surgery. A tubal pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg abnormally attaches itself to grow inside one of the tubes instead of the uterus.


Check with your health insurance company about the cover for a tubal reversal. Reversing a tubal ligation is a difficult decision, so use all the information available and ask appropriate questions before making a final decision.

Tubal ligation is a method of sterilization that is used by nearly 40 percent of married couples. It is a simple, safe, and effective permanent birth control method for women.




Sterilization is a serious decision that is made voluntarily. Anyone considering this should be well informed and understand that it is permanent, and yet not totally 100 percent effective.


Each method has a small failure rate that needs to be understood. Be sure you understand the process, risks, and alternatives before going ahead with a permanent method.


Tubal ligation is a minor surgery that can be done at any time, even after a birth of a baby or after an abortion. During the procedure, an area of the uterine tubes is blocked or destroyed, preventing sperm from reaching the egg.


All surgical procedures include risks related to anaesthesia, infection, and bleeding. Whatever procedure is used will depend on your situation and body.


Many tubal ligation procedures are done using an instrument called a laparoscope. This instrument is passed through an incision made just below the belly button. Often another small cut is placed at the pubic hairline to allow another instrument to be used. The second device can burn, cut, or place clips or loops on the tubes. Extra damage done by these instruments is possible and considered a risk during surgery.


Once the surgery is complete, small, dissolving sutures are placed in the cuts and steri-strips are applied. Patients are usually released a few hours after their surgery to recover for a day or two at home. Pain relief may be required and a temporary light diet may be suggested.


The main benefit of having a tubal ligation is the comfort of knowing you no longer need to worry about using another method of birth control.


Other options for women include all short-term methods of birth control, such as the pill, IUD, barrier methods, and hormone injections. A vasectomy is a permanent birth control option for men.

Answer 3

well it depends on how they did the procedure. sometimes they actually do "tie" them with a piece of suture and cut them. there are other devices outhere used too. There are clips, and doctors even burn your tubes. If your tubes were actually tied, you could probably get a reinastimosis, which mean they just suture your cut tubes back together, some of the other methods are harder to reverse.