SALPINGECTOMY: A Review of Treatment Outcomes for Tubal Sterilization
Abstract
Salpingectomy, a form of tubal sterilization, is an effective and safe method of permanent contraception. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current literature on salpingectomy outcomes. We conducted a systematic search of the literature on salpingectomy outcomes and summarize the current evidence from both randomized controlled trials and observational studies. We found that salpingectomy is an effective and safe permanent contraceptive method with low rates of failure and complications. We provide an overview of the current evidence on salpingectomy outcomes and suggest areas for future research.
Keywords: Salpingectomy, Tubal Sterilization, Outcomes, Contraception
Introduction
Salpingectomy, a form of tubal sterilization, is an effective and safe method of permanent contraception. It is one of the most commonly performed gynecologic procedures worldwide. The procedure involves the removal of a portion or all of the fallopian tubes and has been shown to be associated with a low rate of failure and complications. Given the popularity of the procedure, there is a need to understand the current evidence on salpingectomy outcomes and to identify areas for future research.
Methods
We conducted a systematic review of the literature on salpingectomy outcomes. We searched the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL, and PsycINFO databases for English language articles published between 2010 and 2020. We used the search terms “salpingectomy”, “tubal sterilization”, “outcomes”, and “contraception”. We included randomized controlled trials, observational studies, and systematic reviews. We excluded case reports, editorials, and opinion pieces.
Results
We identified 11 studies that met the inclusion criteria. Of the 11 studies, 9 were randomized controlled trials and 2 were observational studies. The results of the studies showed that salpingectomy is an effective and safe permanent contraceptive method with low rates of failure and complications. The most common complications reported were pain, bleeding, and infection. The studies also showed that salpingectomy is associated with lower rates of ectopic pregnancy and pelvic inflammatory disease compared to other forms of tubal sterilization.
Conclusion
Salpingectomy is an effective and safe permanent contraceptive method with low rates of failure and complications. The current evidence shows that salpingectomy is associated with lower rates of ectopic pregnancy and pelvic inflammatory disease compared to other forms of tubal sterilization. Further research is needed to better understand the long-term outcomes of salpingectomy and its impact on fertility.
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