Pregnancy After Hysterectomy or Tubal Ligation: What You Need to Know

It is not possible to get pregnant after a total hysterectomy, as the uterus (womb) has been completely removed. However, it is still possible to get pregnant after a partial hysterectomy, in which only part of the uterus is removed. This is because some functioning ovarian tissue may still be present, which can produce eggs that could potentially be fertilized.

Tubes tied or tubal ligation is commonly considered a permanent method of birth control. However, there is still a small chance of getting pregnant after tubal ligation, although it is very rare. This can happen if the fallopian tubes grow back together or if the scar tissue that forms after surgery does not completely block the tubes.