Tubal Ligation Clamp Longevity: Permanent Contraception

Duration of Tubal Ligation Devices

Tubal ligation is intended as permanent sterilization. The occlusive devices (clips, rings, bands, or coagulation) remain in place indefinitely. There is no scheduled replacement or expiration.

Important Considerations

• Failure rate: ~0.5% over 10 years (rare recanalization)
• Reversal is microsurgically complex, not always successful, and rarely covered by insurance
• Does not protect against STIs

Patients should be counseled on permanence before proceeding.