The ‘minilap’ method of sterilization, also known as ‘tubectomy’ or ‘ligation’ has long been practiced in Bangladesh. Aside from ‘minilap,’ a more advanced method also exists known as laparoscopic ligation. This method involves viewing the inside of the abdominal cavity through a laparoscope (small instrument) with the ligation being done with the help of a special clip. In most cases, the patient can go home within a few hours of the procedure and often no stitching is required. MSB is currently the only laproligation service provider in Bangladesh. The specialized service started in Marie Stopes’ Chittagong-I clinic in 1995. Despite being in a somewhat conservative area, Laproligation has proved to be immensely popular and was thus introduced into the Dhaka-II clinic followed by Feni, Narsingdi, Sylhet and Rangpur. On an average 1,000 Laproligations are conducted in Marie Stopes clinics per month

 

 

Laproligation