What is it used for? of Sterilisation

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Sterilisation is only an option for people who have decided that they do not want to conceive at all. This may be because they already have children and choose not to have any more.

Less commonly, a person who has not had children may decide that they never want to conceive. In both situations, a doctor will usually strongly recommend on counselling before making a referral. A referral involves an appointment with your GP when you will discuss the operation and your reasons for choosing sterilisation. The GP will then write a letter to a specialist (usually a gynaecologist or urologist at your nearest NHS hospital), referring you for treatment.