Female sterilization using an elasticated silicone ring.
This paper presents the experience, in a District General Hospital, of using an elasticated silicone ring applied to the Fallopian tubes by the laparoscope. It is concluded that this is a safe and effective method of female sterilization, with good patient acceptance.
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy; D010342:Patient Acceptance of Health Care; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D013245:Sterilization, Reproductive / Q000379:methods*
D012826:Silicone Elastomers