Advantage of laparoscopic sterilization over mini-laparotomy sterilization is
Mini-laparotomy Vs Laparoscopic sterilization FeaturesMinilaparotomyLaparoscopic sterilizationAdvantages Safe, effective and convenient methodDone as outpatient procedureDone with minimal trainingDone in peripheral setting (PHCs and Camps)Used for mass sterilization for population controlDoes not need special training.Does not need special equipmentCan be performed during puerperium, after aboionCan be done for interval sterilizationEffective method of contraception (as effective as minilap).Very low complication rate.Can be done as outpatient procedure.Can be done in peripheral setting (PHCs and Camps).Very small scar.Postoperative pain and discomfo minimal.Daycare procedure (Patient can be discharged on the same day).Shoer convalescence.Highly reversible (when done with clips).Disadvantages High chances of wound and pelvic infectionsLonger duration and severity of postoperative painLonger convalescenceLonger incisional scarComplication rate is low, but it occurs, can be life-threatening.Costly equipment.Requires specially trained expes.(Refer: Shaw&;s Textbook of Gynaecology, 15th edition, pg no: 240)
Less failure rate
Less blood loss
Very small scar
Easy procedure
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