Sterilization
APGO Educational Objectives
Rationale: In the process of deciding whether to have a sterilization procedure, men and women often seek the advice of their physicians. Providing accurate information will allow patients to make an informed decision regarding this elective surgery.
The student will be able to list:
- Methods of male and female surgical sterilization
- Risks and benefits of procedures
- Factors needed to help the patient make Informed decisions including:
- Potential surgical complications
- Failure rates
- Reversibility
- Financial considerations
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