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November 21, 2007 · No Comments
Risk of Ectopic Pregnancy Tubal surgery is associated with an increased risk of ectopic pregnancy (a pregnancy outside of the uterine cavity). The risk of ectopic pregnancy is 2-3% in the general population. After tubal ligation and tubal ligation reversal, the risk is approximately 10%. Therefore, every woman who is pregnant following tubal reversal should […]
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November 20, 2007 · No Comments
Almost every article one reads about tubal ligation stresses that it is permanent. Most doctors and the lay public believe this to be true. In my experience, however, tubal ligation is reversible in over 95% cases! Doctors stress that tubal ligation is a permanent method birth control because it cannot be discontinued easily such as […]
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November 19, 2007 · No Comments
People often wonder “If I do get the tubal reversal procedure done, what are the chances I’ll conceive?” Dr. Berger is the only doctor who tracks his specific success rate – others doctors will just quote what has been published elsewhere or what they think the success rate should be. Dr. Berger has taken the time […]
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November 16, 2007 · No Comments
This blog is to share observations, experiences, and thoughts about tubal ligation reversal developed over the 30 years I have been performing tubal surgery. Others are welcome to contribute their own ideas, opinions, and questions. Charles Monteith, M.D. Medical Director A Personal Choice 3613 Haworth Drive Raleigh, NC 27609
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