The concept of irreversible or permanent contraceptive techniques refers to tubal ligation in the case of women and vasectomy in the case of men. Although it is possible to seek pregnancy after tubal ligation or vasectomy, this type of contraception should be considered permanent and should only be performed if it is clear to the individual that his or her reproductive desire has been fulfilled.
Among the benefits or advantages of irreversible contraception is precisely its permanent nature. This allows the woman or man who has undergone these techniques not to worry about his or her contraceptive method to avoid pregnancy.
However, among the disadvantages of irreversible contraceptive methods is that they do not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), for which a barrier method such as a condom must be used. On the other hand, although they are very effective contraceptive methods, there is also the possibility of spontaneous recanalization and unwanted pregnancy.
Finally, it is worth mentioning that the permanent nature of these techniques can also become a disadvantage if the person, in the future, changes his or her mind and has a reproductive desire again.
