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Reference Manual
For
Minilap Tubectomy

Family Planning Division

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Government f India
November 2009

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2009
Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
Government of India, Nirman Bhawan, New Delhi - 110 011
Any part of this document may be reproduced and excerpts from it may be quoted without permission provided the
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First Published 2009

Printing of this document for Government of India is supported by Family Health International (FHI) with funding from United
States Agency for International Development (USAID)

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Table of Contents
FOREWORD v
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT vi
Chapter - 1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................ 1
Scope of the manual 2
Target audience 2
Chapter - 2 OVERVIEW OF MINILAP TUBECTOMY........................................................................................ 3
Types of procedure 3
Timing of the procedure 4
Mechanism of Action 5
Safety 5
Effectiveness 5
Case selection 6
Eligibility of Providers
Chapter - 3 COUNSELLING AND INFORMED CONSENT................................................................................ 7
Stages in Counselling 7
Informed consent 9
Documentation of Informed Consent 9
Documenting Denial of Abdominal Tubectomy 10
Chapter - 4 MEDICAL ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA............................................................................................... 11
Indications for Use-ACCEPT 11
Conditions Requiring Precautions-CAUTION 11
Problems Requiring Action-DELAY 12
Chapter - 5 CLIENT ASSESSMENT................................................................................................................. 15
Demographic Information 15
History 15
Physical examination 15
Investigations 16
Other Lab Investigations 17
Final Assessment 17

Chapter - 6 ANAESTHESIA............................................................................................................................. 18
Pre-Medication-Anaesthesia-Analgesia 18
Client Preparation 20
Technique 20
Monitoring 20
Chapter - 7 PREVENTION OF INFECTION..................................................................................................... 22
Hand Washing 22
Surgical Scrub 23
Self Protection of Health Care Providers 23
Environmental Cleanliness 24
Processing of Equipment, Instruments and Other Reusable Items 25
Steps of Decontamination 25
Cleaning 26
High-Level Disinfection (HLD) 26
Sterilization 27
Processing Flow Chart 28
Waste Management 29

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Segregation 29
Collection and Storage 30
Transportation 31
Treatment and Disposal 31
Chapter - 8 THE SURGICAL PROCEDURE...................................................................................................... 32
Surgical Approach 32
Evaluation of the Client 33
Positioning for Surgery 33
Abdominal Preparation 34
Selecting Incision Site 35
Local Anaesthesia Infiltration 35
Abdominal Entry 36
Delivering the Fallopian Tubes 38
Occluding the Fallopian Tubes 40
Closing the Abdomen 42
Interval Minilap 43
Incision Site 44
Abdominal Entry 45
Locating the Fallopian Tubes 46
Occluding the Fallopian Tubes and closing the abdomen 47
Chapter - 9 POST-OPERATIVE RECOVERY, DISCHARGE AND FOLLOW-UP............................................... 48
Post-operative Monitoring 48
Determining when the Client is ready for discharge 48
Signs of Post-operative Complications 49
Transfer of Client Records 50
Follow-up 50
Certificate of Sterlization 51
Chapter - 10 COMPLICATIONS OF ABDOMINAL TUBECTOMY AND MANAGEMENT................................. 52
Intraoperative complications 52
Post operative complications 53
Failure of Tubal Occlusion 53
Some unforeseen situations during Minilap Tubectomy 54
Chapter - 11 QUALITY MINILAP TUBECTOMY............................................................................................... 55
Benefits of Improving Quality 55
Principles of Good Quality 56
Step1: Setting Standards 57
Step 2: Assessing Quality of Services 58
ANNEXURE................................................................................................................................... 60
Application and Informed Consent for Sterlization Operation 63
Minilaporotomy Set 67
Physical Requirements for Female Sterilization 68
Medical Record & Check List For Female Sterilization 72
Post Operative Instruction Card 80
Processing Surgical Gloves 82
Decontaminating and Cleaning Instruments, Hypodermic Needles, Syringes and Linens 85
Management of Emergencies 88
Overview of the Revised Compensation Scheme 92
Family Planning Insurance Scheme 93
List of Experts 94

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Government of India
P.K. PRADHAN, I.A.S. MInistry of Health & Family Welfare
Additional Secretary & Nirman Bhavan, New Delhi-110108
Mission Director (NRHM)
Tele : 23061415 Fax: 23061975
E-mail : md-nrhm@nic.in

FOREWORD
One of the immediate objectives of the National Population Policy is to address the unmet
need for contraception to bring down the Total Fertility Rate to 2.1 by 2012. As per
DLHS –III the unmet need for limiting method is 14.2% and 12.1% in rural and urban
areas respectively.

In order to address this need, GOI has adopted a “Fixed Day Static” approach for
providing quality sterilization services throughout the year at all peripheral health
facilities. Despite all the efforts, the unmet need for limiting method of contraception
remains high. This unmet need is mainly due to the lack of availability of trained service
providers at peripheral health facilities. Since the launch of National Rural Health
Mission in 2005, there has been strengthening of the infrastructure at the peripheral
level facilities; the number of institutional deliveries has also increased significantly, thus
providing an opportunity for Post-partum sterilization.

This reference manual on “Minilap Tubectomy” has been prepared with the objective
to develop skills of Medical Officers to perform Minilap tubectomy in a standardized
manner across the country. This will also empower the system by increasing the provider
base at all the facilities to deliver quality sterilization services. The efforts of the Family
Planning Division in developing this manual which can be used for training the medical
officers in the minilap tubectomy are greatly appreciated.

I hope this manual will go a long way in providing quality Minilap Tubectomy services
at all facilities.

(P.K. Pradhan)

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Government of India
MInistry of Health & Family Welfare
Dr. KIRAN AMBWANI Nirman Bhavan, New Delhi-110108
Deputy Commissioner, Family Planning
Telefax: 011-23062485
E-mail: kambwani@rediffmail.com

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Female Sterilization is one of the most accepted methods of contraception in India and is
conducted either by Minilap or Laparoscopic method. There is persistent high unmet need
for limiting method of contraception which is mainly due to the lack of availability of trained
medical officers at the peripheral health facilities. This issue could be addressed by increasing
the provider base at these facilities by training Medical officers to perform Minilap Tubectomy
on regular basis throughout the year.

Though Minilap Tubectomy is being performed for quite some time, there is a need to standardize
the surgical technique for ensuring uniformity and quality of the service. This manual on Minilap
Tubectomy has been prepared for standardizing the procedure and updating the knowledge and
surgical skills of the Medical officers.

The development of the manual has been made possible due to the contribution of many
professionals in the field. The immense contribution of various experts in developing this manual,
though not mentioned individually, is greatly acknowledged.

Shri. Amarjeet Sinha, Joint secretary has been a continuous source of support in bringing out this
manual. The technical support rendered by WHO, JHPIEGO, and USAID is deeply appreciated.
The illustrations and details of the surgical procedure have been adapted from Illustrated Guide
on “Minilaparotomy for Female Sterilization” by Engender Health, for which we are grateful
to them.

I appreciate the untiring efforts of Dr.B.P.Singh, Engender Health, Dr. Prita Biswas, PSI and
Dr. Jaya Lalmohan, Senior consultant, FP division for developing this manual. A special word of
appreciation for Dr. S.K.Sikdar, Dr. Keerti Malaviya, Assistant Commissioners and Dr. Sudhir
Maknikar, Dr.Vinay Viswanatha and Dr. Amrita Kansal consultants in the Family Planning
Division for their contribution.

The secretarial support rendered by Mr. Malhotra is acknowledged.

(Dr. Kiran Ambwani)

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Chapter - 1

Introduction
Worldwide Female Sterilization is the most popular and effective method of contraception. In
addition to being permanent, it is safe and relatively free from side effects. In India female sterilization
is the most commonly accepted method among eligible couples. District Level House-hold Survey
(DLHS) – 3 (2007-08) shows that 34.3% of the ever married women accepted female sterilization as a
contraceptive choice (fig: 1). Though 5–6 million sterilization procedures are now done annually in India,
the unmet need for female sterilization still remains high at 13.8 as per District Level House-hold Survey
(DLHS) –3, with a greater need in rural population. This unmet need is mainly due to the lack of availability
of skilled service providers at the peripheral health facilities.

Fig. 1 : Current use of Family Planning Methods in India (DLHS-3) 2007-08

In India, female sterilisation is being done by Minilap tubectomy and Laparoscopic tubal ligation. Though both
methods are equally safe and effective, a trained Gynaecologist or surgeon is required for lap. Sterilisation
whereas minilap can be performed by a trained MBBS doctor. It has been also observed that states providing
minilap tubectomy on a regular basis throughout the year have achieved replacement fertility levels.
(Fig.-2) for example states like Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

In order to meet the high unmet need in female strilisation, it is imperative to have trained service
provider for minilap tubectomy at the peripheral health facilities so as to provide regular fixed day
services throughout the year. Increase in the institutional deliveries due to the JSY scheme gives ample

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Fig. 2 : Laparoscopic Vs Minilap Sterilization in Different States

opportunities to bring down the unmet need of limiting method by offering post partum sterilization.
This training manual is developed to ensure uniform standards in performing minilap tubectomy.

Scope of the Manual

This manual presents a detailed description of the procedure, illustrates step-by-step surgical technique,
and also reviews basic requirements that are essential for the safety and effectiveness of minilap
tubectomy. This will ensure uniform standards in the surgical technique at all training centres and service
delivery facilities. At the end of the training period, the trainee must be able to screen clients, counsel
them on different methods of contraception, perform minilap tubectomies safely and should be able
to recognize and manage potential problems as well as provide appropriate follow-up.

Target Audience
This manual is intended for medical officers and institutions concerned with service provision and
training in female sterilization by minilap tubectomy technique.

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Chapter - 2

Overview of Minilap Tubectomy

Minilap Tubectomy, generally referred to as “minilap,” is an abdominal surgical approach to the fallopian
tubes by means of an incision 2-3 cm in length., It has been performed safely and frequently in a wide
range of countries including India for more than 30 years as a permanent method of female sterilization.

Minilap Tubectomy is also known as tubal sterilization, tubal ligation, voluntary surgical contraception,
tubectomy, bi-tubal ligation, tying the tubes, minilap, and post partum sterilization, called “PPS’ if
done within 7 days after delivery”.

Types of Procedure
The procedure for accessing the fallopian tubes and the steps of the Minilap Tubectomy depend upon the
size of the uterus; thus, the procedure is selected based on timing related to last delivery. Sterilization by
Minilap tubectomy can be interval sterilization using supra-pubic approach or post-partum sterilization
using sub-umbilical approach.

1. Interval Sterilization (Suprapubic approach)

When the uterus is normal or close to normal in size (e.g., in clients any time during their menstrual cycle
after ruling out pregnancy or after an uncomplicated first-trimester abortion), the surgeon can approach
the tubes from an incision above the pubic bone.

2. Post-partum sterilization (Sub-umbilical approach)

Following delivery, when the uterus is enlarged, the uterine fundus and the tubes are high in the abdomen
and can be approached by an incision under the umbilicus.

In many countries, immediate postpartum (between 24 - 48 hours of delivery), minilap tubectomy services
are an integral part of maternity services.

The major advantages of postpartum minilap tubectomy include :

• Woman is already admitted in a facility and her current health status usually can be established from
delivery and prenatal records.
• The uterus is high in the abdomen and a small incision (1.5-3.0 cm) just below the umbilicus is usually
sufficient to access the tubes.
• Local anaesthesia with light sedation/analgesia is usually sufficient.
• Hospital stay beyond what is required for a normal delivery (often 72 hours ) is not required after
the procedure.

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At the same time, certain precautions must be taken while providing immediate postpartum
tubectomy. These include:

• Postpartum women should be carefully screened for problems like postpartum haemorrhage or
other conditions that could lead to increased risk of infection.
• Special care must be taken when exposing the tubes, since the engorged postpartum vessels can
bleed vigorously, if injured.
• The surgeon must ensure that ligatures on the tubes are secure to prevent slipping and haemorrhage
after the procedure is completed.

When to Perform Post-Partum Sterilization

• Postpartum Sterilization to be performed between 24 to 48 hours provided there are no complication.
The likelihood of postpartum haemorrhage is also reduced after 12–24 hours, thus increasing safety
of the procedure for the woman.
• A delay of up to 7 days may be justified in situations which demand a more accurate assessment of
the baby’s chances for survival.

NOTE : Seven days after delivery, the uterus descends into the pelvis, which makes access to the fallopian tubes
more difficult. Bacteria are present more often in the tubes and endometrial cavity which leads to increased
chance of infection. Hence the procedure should be postponed to 42 days ( 6 weeks ) after delivery when the
uterus has involuted and become less vascular and risk of pelvic infection is also reduced.

Timing of Minilap Tubectomy

IMPORTANT: If there is no medical reason to delay, a woman can have the female sterilization procedure
any time she wants if it is reasonably certain she is not pregnant.

Woman’s Situation When to Perform

Having menstrual cycles or switching from Any time of the month
another method • Any time within 7 days after the start of her monthly
bleeding. No need to use another contraceptive method
before the procedure.
• If it is more than 7 days after the start of her monthly
bleeding, she can have the procedure any time it is
reasonably certain she is not pregnant.
• If she is switching from oral contraceptives, she can
continue taking pills until she has finished the pill pack
to maintain her regular cycle.
• If she is switching from an IUD, she can have the
procedure immediately.
No monthly bleeding • Any time it is reasonably certain she is not pregnant.

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Woman’s Situation When to Perform

After childbirth • 24 hours to 7 days after giving birth, if she has made a
voluntary, informed choice in advance.
• Any time 6 weeks or more after childbirth if it is
reasonably certain she is not pregnant.
After miscarriage or abortion • Within 48 hours after uncomplicated abortion, if she has
made a voluntary, informed choice in advance.

After using emergency contraceptive pills • The sterilization procedure can be done within 7 days
(ECPs) after the start of her next monthly bleeding or any other
time it is reasonably certain she is not pregnant. Give
her a backup method or oral contraceptives to start the
day after she finishes taking the ECPs, to use until she
can have the procedure.

Mechanism of Action
In the female reproductive system, an egg (ovum) is produced in the ovary every month from menarche
until menopause. The egg travels from the ovary through the fallopian tube where it meets the sperm
from the male partner. During tubectomy, both fallopian tubes are occluded, generally by ligating and
cutting so that after the procedure, the egg cannot travel beyond the occluded area and so cannot be
fertilized by the sperm.

Safety
Minilap tubectomy under local anaesthesia in the hands of a well trained and skilled surgeon is safe
and highly effective procedure.

• Less than 1 per cent of women suffer major complications and

• Less than 5 per cent have minor complications.

Effectiveness
Minilap tubectomy is one of the most effective methods but carries a small risk of failure. Most cases of
failure occur within two years of the procedure.

• Less than 1 pregnancy per 100 women in the first year after having the sterilization procedure.
• Effectiveness varies slightly depending on how the tubes are blocked, but pregnancy rates are low
with all techniques.
• Failure, may be due to abnormalities of the fallopian tubes; procedural errors and reopening of the
tube (recanalization) during the healing process (Soderstrom 1986).

The presence of early, undetected pregnancy at the time of the procedure may be perceived as a
failure and must be ruled out carefully.

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Note : Tubectomy does not increase the incidence of ectopic pregnancy. However, if a woman does become pregnant
after tubectomy, she is more likely to have an ectopic pregnancy. (Pollack 1993). All women who have undergone
minilap tubectomy and present with symptoms of pregnancy, should be carefully evaluated for ectopic
pregnancy

Case Selection
Self-declaration by the client will be the basis for compiling this information.
• Clients should be married (including ever-married).
• Female clients should be below the age of 49 years and above the age of 22 years.
• The couple should have at least one child, whose age is above one year, unless the sterilization is
medically indicated.
• Clients or their spouses/partners must not have undergone sterilization in the past (not applicable
in cases of failure of previous sterilization).
• Clients must be in a sound state of mind, so as to understand the full implications of sterilization.
• Mentally ill clients must be certified by a psychiatrist, and a statement should be given by the legal
guardian/spouse regarding the soundness of the client’s state of mind.

Eligibility of Providers
Any trained and empanelled MBBS doctor can provide minilap tubectomy services at an accredited
facility.

The state should maintain a district-wise list of doctors empanelled for performing sterilization operations
in government institutions and accredited private /NGO facilities. The panel should be updated quarterly.

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Chapter - 3

Counselling and Informed Consent

Counselling is an ongoing process that is integrated into all aspects of family planning service provision,
enabling clients to make a voluntary, informed choice. Clients are likely to adjust well and be satisfied
with their decision after surgery, if service providers have told them, what to expect and if they take
responsibility for the decision to end their fertility. Satisfied clients also spread positive messages regarding
the contraceptive method, they are happy with.

Every person working in a health facility contributes to the counselling process. Therefore, it is important
that all of them are oriented to family planning counselling, in order to provide quality family planning
services.

Stages in Counselling
The counselling process goes through three stages.

Stage I. General Counselling

This is the first stage and is carried out during the initial contact with the client. During this session,
family planning needs are discussed; information on various contraceptive options is provided; client
concerns, myths, questions are addressed; and decision-making and method choice begin.

Health workers like ANM, AWW and ASHA can provide general counselling during Village Health
Nutrition Days, community meetings and home visits.

Stage II. Method-Specific Counselling

In this stage, following decision-making and method choice, more specific information on the chosen
method is provided; the screening process and procedures are explained; and information on follow-up,
side-effects and complications is provided.

Reinforcement of messages is done, by having the client repeat key instructions

Method characteristics (benefits and limitations) explained during method specific counselling for
minilap tubectomy include:

• The method involves pelvic examination and surgery.

• How the method prevents pregnancy.
• How the procedure is performed, how long it takes and what to expect.
• Sterilization is intended to provide permanent prevention against pregnancy. Reversal is usually
difficult.

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• Sterilization will not affect normal sexual functioning, menstrual periods and physical or mental
health.
• Sterilization does not protect against RTI/STI/HIV/AIDS.
• The incidence and consequence of failure of the method.
• Warning signs and their management.
Informed consent is needed, which is given and signed by the client herself.

Medical officer, lady health visitor, auxillary nurse midwife and counselor should do method specific
counselling during antenatal, intra-natal, post natal period and at Immunization or Well Baby Clinics

Pre-Procedure Counselling
Though the client has undergone Method Specific Counselling in the previous step, the client may still
have last minute doubts that must be addressed:
• Any questions that the woman may have regarding the procedure and what she can expect
(e.g., recovery period, pain at the incision site etc.) should be answered.
• The consent process is again reviewed with the client to ensure that she has indeed given an informed,
voluntary consent for the sterilization and she understood that sterilization is intended to provide
permanent prevention against pregnancy and reversal is usually not possible.
• The woman is also given clear instructions on how to prepare herself for surgery.

Post-Procedure Counselling
This is usually done after surgery before discharging client from the facility. Some elements of this
counselling, however, should have been done earlier and reinforced at this time (e.g., pain at the incision
site for a few days and other common side-effects).

The focus of post-procedure counselling is however on warning signs (e.g., fever, persistent abdominal
pain, bleeding or pus at the incision site) which indicate the need for a quick return to the clinic. In
addition, the client should be:
• Informed about whom to contact, if she develops any problems ( warning signs ) or has any concerns,
and
• Given written information (e.g Follow-up Card ) on the dates of her follow-up visits.

Stage III. Follow-Up Counselling

The information provided during post-procedure is reinforced. Service providers need to listen attentively
and be prepared to answer questions about and address problems that the client has experienced after
undergoing the minilap procedure. This helps the client cope with common problems or side effects.
At each follow-up visit, the following should be addressed gently and patiently:

• Problems encountered since the last visit, and

• Concerns about side effects and/or problems.

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Informed Consent
In family planning counselling, the right of clients to receive accurate information and make their own
decisions -their right of informed choice-is considered fundamental. It often involves a written statement
that the client signs to verify understanding of the method, medical procedure and risks.

Another important purpose of obtaining informed consent is to protect the service provider from
lawsuits alleging malpractice. In family planning programs, informed consent usually is required only
for sterilization, because it is a permanent method.

Informed Choice and Informed Consent

The concepts of informed choice and informed consent are related but quite different in their intent.

Informed consent means that a client understands the proposed medical procedure and the other
options and then agrees to receive the proposed care.

However, informed consent alone does not constitute informed choice. The purpose of informed
choice is to ensure that all clients choose the best option/s for their health care needs after getting full
information about all available options.

Documentation of Informed Consent

In India, the client’s signature or putting her thumb mark on an informed consent form is the legal
authorisation for the tubectomy procedure to be performed. The client must always sign or put her
thumb mark on the informed consent form. (Annexure-1).
A witness chosen by the client must also sign the form -any person not associated with the
service facility).

Consent for tubectomy should not be obtained when physical or emotional factors may compromise
a client’s ability to make a carefully considered decision about contraception.

The following steps must be taken before the client signs the consent form
She must:

• be informed of all the available methods of family planning so that she can make an informed choice.
• make an informed and voluntary decision for sterilization.
• be counselled preferably in a language that she understands.
• be made to understand what will happen before, during and after the surgery, its side effects or
potential complications.
• be encouraged to ask questions or clarify any doubts that she has.
• be told that she has the option of deciding against the procedure at any time without being denied
of her rights to other reproductive health services.

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Clients must be told that a reversal of this surgery is possible, but the reversal involves a major
surgery and its success cannot be guaranteed.

Before starting any part of the procedure, including administration of sedative drugs, it is the responsibility
of the service provider to ensure that the client has made a free, informed and well-considered decision,
in order to minimize the possibility of regret in the future

Note : There is no requirement for spousal consent legally, but because tubectomy is a permanent procedure,
a joint decision usually will mean more satisfied clients and fewer complaints to health workers following the
surgery. It may be advisable to find out how the spouse feels about adopting the method. If the spouse is not in
favour of it, the provider should caution the client about going ahead with the procedure.

Documenting Denial of Tubectomy

When a client is evaluated to be unsuitable for tubectomy for either medical or non-medical reasons, the
client record should specify the reasons (e.g., the client has a condition that precludes surgery, client is
uncertain about her choice, etc). The action taken by the provider should also be described (e.g., referral,
treatment, etc). These records should be kept at the service facility, where the client was evaluated and
found unsuitable for tubectomy.

A client who is unable to undergo tubectomy should be counselled and offered another method
of contraception.

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Chapter - 4

Medical Eligibility Criteria

With proper counselling and informed consent most women an can have female sterilization safely.
However, certain conditions or circumstances require some precautions either in timing of the procedure
or selection of the facility where the procedure is to be performed.

A targeted medical history, physical examination and laboratory investigations need to be completed
to ascertain eligibility for surgery.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has developed: Medical Eligibility Criteria” (MEC) a system for
assessing how, when and where minilap tubectomy procedures should be performed and categorizes
the various medical conditions into:

A (Accept),
C (Caution),
D (Delay), and
S (Special)
In order to maximize access to quality minilap tubectomy services, the WHO Eligibility Criteria have been
adapted by countries according to need. The WHO MEC, modified as per Indian conditions is as follows:

A (Accept), C (Caution), D (Delay), and S (Special)

All women can have female sterilization. No medical conditions prevent a woman from undergoing female
sterilization, but may limit when, where, or how the female sterilization procedure should be performed.

ACCEPT:
The majority of clients are classified under ‘Accept’, and the procedure can be performed in most
clinical settings.

CAUTION:
Clients identified with conditions requiring ‘Caution’ can be provided minilap tubectomy in routine
setting but with extra preparation and precautions, as required. The conditions included in this category
are.

1. Moderate iron deficiency anemia (Hb 7 - 10 g/dl)

2. Previous abdominal or pelvic surgery

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3. Obesity

4. Controlled BP (140-159/ 90-99)

5. Uncomplicated heart disease

6. History of ischemic heart disease

7. Stroke

8. History of cerebro-vascular accident

9. History of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism

10. Epilepsy

11. Depressive disorders

12. Current breast cancer

13. Uterine fibroids

14. PID without subsequent pregnancy

15. Uncomplicated diabetes

16. Hypothyroidism

17. Mild cirrhosis

18. Liver tumors

19. Kidney disease

20. Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Disease

DELAY:
Delay means postpone minilap tubectomy. These conditions must be treated and resolved before
female sterilization can be performed.

1. Current pregnancy

2. 7 – 42 days postpartum

3. Pregnancy with severe pre-eclampsia or eclampsia

4. Post partum or post abortion complications ( infection, hemorrhage and trauma )

5. Current DVT/PE

6. Major surgery with prolonged immobilization

7. Abdominal skin infections

8. Current ischemic heart disease

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9. Lung disease like pneumonia

10. Systemic infection

11. Unexplained vaginal bleeding

12. Large collection of blood in uterus

13. Malignant trophoblastic disease

14. Cancers of the genital tract

15. Current PID

16. Current purulent cervicitis, Chlamydia, gonorrhea

17. Current gall bladder disease

Give the client another contraceptive method until till the procedure can be performed.

SPECIAL:
Certain women have conditions that make operation difficult or increase the risks. Women with the
following conditions should have their surgery in a well-equipped facility, with availability of general
anaesthesia and other back- up for emergency.

1. Conditions that increase chances of heart disease or stroke i.e. older age, smoking, high BP or
diabetes

2. Blood Pressure > 160/100

3. Complicated heart disease

4. Coagulation disorders

5. Chronic lung diseases ( asthma or emphysema )

6. Endometriosis

7. AIDS

8. Pelvic tuberculosis

9. Fixed uterus due to previous surgery or infection

10. Abdominal wall or umbilical hernia

11. Post partum or post abortion uterine rupture or perforation

12. Diabetes > 20 years with organ damage

13. Hyperthyroidism

14. Severe cirrhosis of liver

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Note : Female Sterilization In Women With HIV/AIDS

• Women who are infected with HIV, have AIDS, or are on antiretroviral (ARV) therapy can safely undergo
female sterilization. The procedure is done as on other clients, ensuring universal precautions.
• Counsel these women to use condoms in addition to female sterilization. Used consistently and correctly,
condoms help prevent transmission of HIV and other STIs. (Dual Protection).
• No woman should be coerced or pressured into having sterilization, and that includes women with HIV.

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Chapter - 5

Client Assessment
Client Assessment for eligibility to undergo miniap tubectomy is a key factor in minimizing risk
of complications and ensuring quality of service delivery.

Details of Assessment
Assessment of potential tubectomy clients should include demographic information, a targeted medical
history, a physical examination including a complete pelvic examination and relevant investigations.

1. Demographic Information
The following information is required: Name, husband’s name, address, age, marital status, occupation,
religion, educational status, number of living children and age of youngest child.

2. History
Specific information which should be obtained as part of the medical history includes:

• Menstrual History – date of last menstrual period (LMP)

• Obstetric history - number of pregnancies and living children, date of last childbirth or abortion
• Contraceptive history – when and what was the last contraceptive used
• Medical History –
- Past history of illness and other medical conditions mentioned under the medical eligibility criteria
- Allergies (especially to pain and other medications)
- Immunization status of women for tetanus
- Current medications

3. Physical Examination
This should include a general examination, examination of abdomen and pelvis and any other examination,
as indicated by the client’s medical history or general physical examination.

General examination:
• Pulse, blood pressure, respiratory rate, temperature
• Body weight, general condition, pallor and nutritional status
• Auscultation of heart and lungs

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• Signs of anaemia: such as

- pale skin or conjunctiva
- rapid pulse (> 100)
- systolic murmurs

Abdominal examination:
• suprapubic or pelvic tenderness
• masses or gross abnormalities
• surgical scars

Pelvic examination:
Ensure that the client has passed urine before performing a pelvic examination:

• Inspect external genitalia for abnormalities and lesions (enlarged groin nodes)
• Speculum examination
- check for abnormal vaginal discharge

- check cervix for purulent cervicitis

- if indicated by history and physical findings and a microscope is available, obtain specimens of
vaginal and cervical discharge for diagnostic studies

• Bimanual examination
- check for cervical motion tenderness

- determine size, shape, position and mobility of uterus

- check for mass or tenderness of the adnexa, active PID, etc.

- check for signs of pregnancy

- check for uterine abnormalities

• Recto-vaginal examination is performed only if findings on bimanual examination are suspicious,

for example, mass in cul de sac. Check for pouch of Douglas mass or tenderness

4. Investigations:
Pregnancy test
This is usually not necessary except in cases where it is difficult to confirm or rule out pregnancy by pelvic
examination (i.e., very early pregnancy less than 6 weeks from LMP) or the results of a pelvic examination
are equivocal (e.g., the size and consistency of the uterus are difficult to determine due to obesity or a
retroverted uterus). In these situations, a highly sensitive pregnancy test (positive within 10 days after
conception) may be necessary. If pregnancy testing is not available, counsel the client to use a barrier
method until her next menses to rule out pregnancy and plan the procedure for the next menstrual cycle.

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How to Be Reasonably Sure that the Client Is Not Pregnant

You can be reasonably sure the client is not pregnant, if she has no signs or symptoms of pregnancy
(e.g., breast tenderness or nausea) and:

• Has not had intercourse since her last menses; or

• Has been correctly and consistently using a reliable contraceptive method; or
• Is within the first 7 days after the start of her menses ; or
• Is within 4 weeks postpartum (for women who are not breastfeeding); or
• Is within the first 7 days post-abortion; or
• Is fully breastfeeding, is less than 6 months postpartum and has had no menstrual bleeding.

Other Lab Investigations

Extensive laboratory investigations are unnecessary for procedures under local anaesthesia. Routine
investigations like haemoglobin and urine analysis for albumin and sugar are necessary. Other
investigations may be conducted if indicated.

Final Assessment
After reviewing the client’s suitability for minilap tubectomy, the operating surgeon should conduct a
final assessment prior to surgery at the facility where the procedure is to be performed.

The operating surgeon must fill in the medical record and checklist (Annexure - 4)

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Chapter - 6

Anaesthesia
Local anesthesia has proven to be the most appropriate anesthesia for minilap tubectomy and has
allowed health institutions to provide sterilization services safely even in settings with limited resources.
Although general and regional anesthesia can be used safely and effectively for abdominal tubectomy,
the number of unexpected and life-threatening complications related to general or regional anesthesia
is higher than the number associated with local anesthesia (WHo, 1992). Thus, general and regional
anesthesia should be used only in settings that are properly equipped and staffed to provide such
anesthesia and to handle emergencies.

Local anesthesia is cost–effective as it is considerably less expensive than general anesthesia with respect
to equipment and level of training required.

The key to a successful abdominal tubectomy programme is the availability of doctors who are
adequately trained to operate under local anesthesia.

This guide discusses minilap tubecomy under local anesthesia and sedation i.e combination of local
infiltration of anesthetic agents and systemic administration of sedatives and analgesics.

Pre-Medication-Anaesthesia-Analgesia
A) Pre-Medication:
Reassurance and proper explanation of the procedure goes a long way in allaying the anxiety and
apprehension of the client. However, if needed, tablet Alprazolam (0.25 to 0.50 mg) or tablet Diazepam
(5 to 10 mg) can be given the night before the operation.

Inj. atropine 0.6.mg, given intramuscularly before the surgery, reduces oral secretions and the
possibility of vaso-vagal syncope or cardiac arrest.

B) Sedation and Analgesia:

The anxiolytic, sedative, light muscle-relaxant and amnesic effects produced in the client by the sedation
regimens allow surgery to be performed under local anaesthesia without difficulty. The commonly used
drug regimens for sedation and analgesia are listed in the table below.

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Drugs for preoperative and intra-operative sedation and analgesia

Approximate
Name of the Drugs & Dose Route & Time of Administration
Weight/ Built
Thin built Pentozocine 15 mg + Promethazine IM - 30 to 45 minutes before Surgery or
(approx. < 40 Kg) 12.5 mg or IV - 5 minutes before surgery
Pethidine 25 mg + Promethazine
12.5 mg

Average built Pentozocine 22.5 mg + Promethazine IM- 30 to 45 minutes before Surgery or

(40-50 kg) 12.5 mg or IV - 5 minutes before surgery
Pethidine 37.5mg+ Promethazine
12.5 mg

Well built Pentozocine 30mg + Promethazine IM – 30 to 45 minutes before Surgery or

( > 50 kg ) 25mg or IV - 5 minutes prior to surgery
Pethidine 50mg+ Promethazine
25mg

Dosage according to body weight is: Pethidine 0.5 to 1 mg/Kg, Pentazocine 0.5 mg/ kg) and
Promethazine 0.3 - 0.5 mg/kg.

A repeat dose (if required) is given slowly intravenously as Pethidine 10mg or Pentazocine-30 mg,
45 minutes after the first dose.

The drugs should be diluted with equal quantity of normal Saline or distilled water before
IV administration.

C) Local Anaesthesia:

Skin sensitivity tests to local anaesthetic agent (lignocaine) has no proven predictive value for
anaphylactic reaction. Therefore it is not mandatory to perform skin sensitivity test prior to
infiltration of Lignocaine.

The following steps are required for administration of local anaesthesia;

• An IV line is to be secured before beginning the procedure.

• Lignocaine without adrenaline, is the local anesthetic agent that is to be infiltrated. The maximum
dosage is 3 mg per kg body weight.
• Client must be continuously monitored during and after parenteral administration.
• Oral communication must be maintained with the client throughout the procedure.

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General Anesthesia may be required in case of a non-co-operative patient, excess obesity or history
of allergy to local Anesthetic drugs. Cases under GA should be done in centres where all routine
and emergency back-up facilities are present for providing general Anesthesia.

Client Preparation
Since anxiety contributes to perception of pain, the surgical team should constantly communicate with
the client before, during, and after the procedure, to help her relax and feel comfortable. She should
be told in simple language what to expect, before the procedure starts, as well as what is being done,
during the procedure.

Technique
The goal of local anesthesia is to achieve an anesthetic field block that penetrates all layers of the
abdominal wall, from the skin to the peritoneum. The three layers most sensitive to pain are the skin,
the rectus fascia, and the parietal peritoneum. Each of these layers should be carefully infiltrated with
local anesthetic. Additionally dropping anesthetic agents over the fallopian tubes reinforces the effect
of the anesthesia as it decreases pain resulting from the manipulation of the tubes and also reduces
postsurgical pain.

• Lidocaine is the recommended local anesthetic and the recommended concentration is 1%

lidocaine without epinephrine. The usual dose for local infiltration is 3 mg/kg of body weight
and onset of action is in typically within three to five minutes, with the anesthetic effect lasting
up to 45 minutes.
• 2% lidocaine solution must be diluted to 1% using normal saline or sterile water for injection.
• Confirm the effect of anesthesia before surgery.

There are two reasons why epinephrine (adrenaline) is not recommended:

1. The vasoconstriction caused by epinephrine may mask bleeding in small blood vessels. It is best to
detect and control all bleeding during surgery to prevent formation of undetected hematomas later
2. Epinephrine is dangerous, if accidentally injected intravascular.

Monitoring
As in any abdominal surgery, client monitoring is essential. It is of special importance during the use of
local anesthesia, especially if sedatives and analgesics are also used, as the drugs may cause respiratory
and cardiovascular depression, hypersensitivity reactions, or central nervous system toxicity. Monitoring
enables the surgical team to detect these problems early and to respond timely before complications
progress and become difficult to manage.

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Important Steps of Monitoring

1. Maintain Client Records
Client records are to be maintained on monitoring of vital signs (pulse, respiration and blood pressure),
level of consciousness, vomiting and other relevant information. The name of the drug, dosage route
and time of all administered drugs must be recorded.

2. Pre-operative Monitoring
Pulse, respiration and blood pressure should be taken prior to pre-medication and every 10 minutes
thereafter.

3. Intra-operative Monitoring
Verbal communication with client must be maintained and pulse, respiration and blood pressure must
be checked and recorded every 5 minutes.

4. Post-operative Monitoring
Pulse, respiration, and blood pressure are to be monitored and recorded every 15 minutes for at least
one hour after surgery or even longer if the patient is unstable or not awake.

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Chapter - 7

Prevention of Infection
Health care providers and support staff like lab technicians and housekeeping are at risk of acquiring
serious and often potentially life threatening infections unless adequate precautions are taken to prevent
the transmission of infection. Hence, It is mandatory to practice recommended infection prevention
measures at all times to decrease the risk of transmission of infection, including Human immunodeficiency
virus (HIV), Hepatitis C (HCV), and Hepatitis B (HBV).

Standard Universal Precautions of infection prevention include:

1. Hand Washing.
2. Self protection such as wearing gloves and other physical barrier/attires.
3. Safe Work Practices (Prevent injuries from sharps).
4. Maintain correct environmental cleanliness.
5. Correct processing of instruments and other items.
6. Proper waste disposal practices and handling, transporting and processing used/soiled linen
correctly.

Hand Washing
Routine Hand Wash
i. Routine hand washing is to be done before and after examining or having any direct contact with
a client, before wearing gloves and after removing them.
ii. Plain or antiseptic soap should be used for routine hand washing; Hands should be dried with a
clean towel or air dry; Do not use shared towels.
iii. Micro-organisms grow and multiply in moisture and standing water. Therefore:
• Avoid dipping hands repeatedly into basins containing standing water even if it contains an
antiseptic agent. Microorganisms can survive and multiply in these solutions.
• If bar soap is used, provide small bars and soap racks which drain.

Choose from the following options when running water is not available:
• Use a bucket with a tap or a bucket and pitcher.
• Use an alcoholic handscrub in between procedures.

Note: A non-irritating alcohol hand-srub solution can be prepared by adding glycerine, propylene glycol or
Sorbitol to the alcohol (2 ml in 100 ml of 60-90% alcohol solution).

Collect used water in a basin and discard in a toilet, if a drain is not available.

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Surgical Scrub
The surgeon and his/her assistant must scrub both the hands and forearms 2 cms above elbow thoroughly
with soap and water or antiseptic agents. The entire procedure should be repeated at least three times
so that the scrub lasts for 3 to 5 minutes. A small stick or a brush should be used for cleaning fingernails.
The hands and forearms should be dried with a sterile towel only.

Ideally, the surgeon and the assistant should scrub thoroughly between each procedure.

In high case load settings, the surgical staff should do a surgical scrub every hour or after every five
cases (whichever is earliest), or if surgeon goes out of OT or touches any unsterile object or the glove is
torn. In between, alcohol antiseptic scrubbing should be done before changing gloves.

Antiseptics
Some chemicals that qualify as safe antiseptics are:

• Chlorhexidine gluconate (4%) (e.g., Hibiclens, Hibiscrub, Hibitane).

• Chlorhexidine gluconate and cetrimide, various concentrations.
• Iodine (1–3%); aqueous iodine and alcohol-containing products (tincture of iodine).
• Iodophors, various concentrations.

Self Protection of Health Care Providers

1. All doctors, nurses and other health providers must wear proper gloves during all procedures
involving contact with any patients and biological fluid.
2. Cleaners and other staff should wear protective heavy duty gloves and gumboots while cleaning
and handling soiled materials and linens.
3. For minilap tubectomy, all OT staff must change their shoes, wear theatre gowns/short-sleeved
shirt and pajama / and caps, masks and surgical gloves. The surgical mask should cover the bridge
of the nose at all times.

Remember to wash hands thoroughly after removing gloves, because they may have invisible holes
or tears

Safe Work Practices

Preventing Injury Due To Sharps:
Accidental injuries due to sharps is the number one cause of occupational exposure to blood borne
pathogens e.g. injury from needles, blades or other sharp objects. All staff that comes in contact with
sharps–doctors, nurses, ayahs, sweepers and ones who dispose off the waste–is at risk of infection. Safe
handling of sharp instruments during operation is done by using the ‘no touch technique’ of placing
them on a small kidney tray, instead of handing them over to another person directly.

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Precautionary measures to prevent injuries due to sharps:

• Use ’no touch technique’ while handling sharps.

• Handle needles, syringes, blades and other sharps minimally and carefully, after use.
• Always wear thick utility gloves while washing or disposing sharp objects.
• Do not attempt to bend or break the needles before destroying; do not detach or recap. The preferred
way of destroying used needles is by using a needle destroyer, which burns the tip of the needle.
• If a needle destroyer is not available or non-functional, used needles should be disposed off in a
puncture- proof container with a lid made of metal or heavy rigid plastic or cardboard. The container
should be sealed and disposed off when three-fourths full, by burying or incineration.

All staff at risk of exposure to infected blood or other blood fluids, should be vaccinated against
Hepatitis B. However, this is in addition to and not an alternative to universal precautions.

Management of Injuries from Needles and Other Sharps

If accidental exposure to blood or other body fluids occurs;

• Wash the needle sticks or cuts thoroughly with soap and water.
• Flush water into the nose, mouth or on skin.
• Wash eyes with water or saline.
Post exposure prophylaxis can reduce the risk of transmission of blood borne pathogens. It includes:
• Hepatitis B/C immunoglobin along with Hepatitis B/C vaccine can reduce the risk of infection after
exposure to blood or other body fluids containing hepatitis B/C virus.
• If needle prick injury or other cut occurs, a physician should be consulted immediately and antiretroviral
drugs, either alone or in combination, can be started according to National Aids Control Organization
(NACO) guidelines, to reduce the risk of transmission. This is also called post-exposure prophylaxis.

Environmental Cleanliness
Before Surgery
Clean the floor and operating table/counter top with a mop soaked in 0.5% chlorine solution with
detergent.

After Surgery
Scrub all operating room surfaces that come into contact with the patient or her body fluids (such as
operating table, counter/table tops etc. ) between procedures , by scrubbing and wiping them with
0.5% chlorine solution and detergent.

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When not in use

The Operating Theatre should be locked when not in use Weekly scrubbing is recommended with a
mop soaked in 0.5% chlorine solution with detergent solution. Scrubbing and mopping of walls should
be done from top to bottom.

Movement in and around OT

• The entry of people and their movement inside the OT should be minimal as the number of micro
organisms inside the OT is directly related to number of people and their movement .
• During surgery, the door of OT should be kept closed.
• Only the personnel performing / assisting the procedure should enter the OT.
• Personnel with any infection should not enter the OT at all.

Processing of Equipment, Instruments and Other Reusable Items

Decontamination and cleaning of equipment, instruments and other reusable items, followed by
sterilization or high level disinfection, minimizes the risk of transmission of infection.

Decontamination
Decontamination is the very first step in processing reusable items. It kills microorganisms and a few
bacterial endospores also. Decontamination is done by soaking instruments and other reusable items
in a 0.5% chlorine solution for 10 minutes, immediately after use.

Preparation of 0.5 % Chlorine Solution

Mix 15 gms. of commercially available bleaching powder containing 30-35% of chlorine (about 1 table spoon
full or 3 teaspoon full) in one litre of tap water. Make a paste of the bleaching powder before dissolving in
water. Always wear utility gloves while preparing chlorine solution. Prepare chlorine solution only in plastic
containers. Never use a metallic bucket to prepare and keep chlorine solution.

If liquid bleach is used, mix one part of bleach to 9 parts of water using the same container to measure
bleach and water.

If the percentage of chlorine in bleaching powder differs, calculate the ratio of bleach to water using
following formula:

% chlorine desired x 1000 = number of grams of powder for each liter of water for each part bleach
% chlorine in bleach Powder

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Steps of Decontamination
1. Immediately after use, decontaminate instruments, reusable gloves and other items by
placing them in a plastic bucket containing 0.5% chlorine solution, for 10 minutes. Ensure
that all instruments are open and completely immersed inside the solution.

2. After 10 minutes, remove the items from chlorine water and rinse with water or clean with
soap and water solution immediately. Excessive soaking of instruments can damage and
corrode them. Always wear thick utility gloves when removing items from chlorine water.

3. Prepare a new chlorine solution at the beginning of each day or when solution gets visibly
dirty or cloudy during the day.

Cleaning
Cleaning of instruments and other items, physically removes organic matter, such as blood
and other body fluids, tissues dirt etc. whose presence makes further sterilization/high level
disinfection (HLD) process ineffective. Thorough cleaning by scrubbing in soap and water
solution also helps in reducing the number of micro-organisms and bacterial endospores on
instruments and equipment, significantly.

• The instruments and other items should be scrubbed vigorously with a brush in lukewarm
water with detergent. Soap is not recommended as it can leave a residue.
• Hot water should not be used because it can coagulate protein such as blood, making it
hard to remove.
• The items should then be rinsed thoroughly with water and allowed to air dry. Items to
be high level disinfected by boiling can be directly placed in a pot of water after cleaning.

High-Level Disinfection (HLD)

High Level Disinfection is effective in eliminating all micro organisms (viruses, bacteria, protozoa
and fungi), but not bacterial endospores. It is the only acceptable alternative for processing
instruments and other items used for minilap tubectomy, if sterilization is not possible.

After decontaminating (instruments and surgical gloves) and cleaning and rinsing instruments,
high-level disinfect them using one of the following processes:

1. HLD by Boiling :
a. Open or take apart items.
b. Fully immerse items in water in a covered pan and heat.
c. Bring water to a rolling/bubbling boil, and boil for 20 minutes in a pot with a lid. Do not add
anything to the pot after boiling begins.
d. Remove items using high-level disinfected forceps, and place in a high-level disinfected
container.
e. Allow items to cool and air dry.
f. Use objects immediately or store them in a covered airtight, dry high level disinfected container
for up to 7 days. If stored in an ordinary covered container, it can be used up to 24 hours.

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2. HLD by Chemicals:
a. Fully immerse items in an appropriate high-level disinfectant (i.e., 2% glutaraldehyde or 0.5%
chlorine solution).
b. Soak them for 20 minutes.
c. Remove items using new/clean examination or high-level disinfected surgical gloves, and high-level
disinfected forceps.
d. Rinse items three times with water boiled for 20 minutes.
e. Place them in a high-level disinfected container and air dry.
f. Use within 24 hours.

Surgical Items should never be kept soaked in water or solutions such as Cetavlon, spirit, carbolic
acid, Glutareldehyde etc.

Sterilization
Sterilization eliminates all micro organisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa) including bacterial
endospores, from instruments and other items.

Sterilization is recommended practice for all procedures for items such as linens, needles, syringes and
surgical instruments.

a) Steam sterilization (autoclaving)

• Always follow specific operating instructions supplied by the manufacturer.
• Decontaminate, clean and dry all instruments that are to be autoclaved.
• Wrap cleaned instruments in cloth or newspaper or place unwrapped instruments in a metal
container.
• Arrange wrapped packs in the chamber or drum in a way that allows free circulation of heat or
steam to all surfaces.
• Items such as scissors and forceps should be sterilized in open position.
• Sterilize instruments for the recommended time as shown below:

Steam Sterilization Standards

Time: 20 minutes for unwrapped and 30 minutes for wrapped instruments and linens. Gloves should always be
sterilized for 30 minutes by wrapping in paper/newspaper and should be used 24–48 hours after sterilization
so that they regain their elasticity.
Pressure: 15 lb/Sq inch.
Temperature: 121°C. If temperature gauze is not fitted in the autoclave, observe pressure only.

Sterilized packs can be used up to one week, if kept dry and intact and drum is not opened. Once drum
is opened, use within 24 hours.

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b) Sterilization by chemical method

• Decontaminated, cleaned and dried items are put in 2 per cent glutaraldehyde solution for at least
8 hours.
• Items such as scissors and forceps should be put into the solution in an open position.
• Do not add or remove any items once timing starts
• Items should be rinsed well with sterile water (not boiled water), air-dried and stored in a covered
sterile container for up to seven days. Sterile water can be prepared by autoclaving water for
20 minutes at 15 lb/ sq inch, in an autoclave.
• This method is most suitable for endoscopes and plastic cannulas.

Processing Flow Chart

Decontamination
Soak in 0.5% chlorine solution
For 10 minutes

THOROUGHLY WASH AND RINSE

Wear gloves and other
protective barriers (glasses, visors or goggles)

Preferred Methods Acceptable Methods

HIGH-LEVEL
STERILISATION
DISINFECTION (HLD)

Autoclave 15 lbs./in2 Chemical Soak in Boil lid on Chemical Soak in Cidex for
pressure 121ºc (250º f) for cidex for 8 hours, 20 minutes 20 minutes. Rinse with
20 min. if unwrapped and Rinse with water that has been boiled
for 30 min. if wrapped Sterile Water for 20 minutes

COOL AND DRY

(Use immediately or store)

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ITEM-WISE RECOMMENDED METHODS

Material Method Procedure
Linens (drapes, Autoclave • 121º C at 15 lbs/Sq. inch pressure for 30 minutes.
sponges, scrub suits, • Use within one week.
operating packs etc) • If drum is opened, use within 24 hours.
Rubber items (gloves, Autoclave or • 121º C at 15 lbs/Sq. inch pressure for 30 minutes.
catheters, and rubber • Wrap rubber items in paper/news paper before autoclaving.
tubing) • Gloves should always be used 24 – 48 hours after sterilization,
so that they regain their elasticity.
High level After water comes to rolling boil, boil in immersed state for 20
Disinfection or minutes
Surgical Instruments Immerse in either
Sterilisation Paracetic acid or Glutareldehyde 2% for
by Chemical 30 minutes 10 Hours
Methods: 10 Minutes 20 Minutes
Dilution is not advised
• 121º C at 15 lbs/Sq. inch pressure
Sterilization by • 30 minutes for wrapped and 20 minutes for unwrapped items
Autoclaving • Unwrapped items should be used immediately
High level After water comes to rolling boil, boil in immersed state for
Disinfection 20 minutes

Waste Management
Waste Management has four important steps.
1. Segregation.
2. Collection and Storage.
3. Transportation.
4. Treatment and Disposal.

1. Steps for Waste Management

Step 1

SEGREGATION

Step 2
COLLECTION AND STORAGE

Step 3

TRANSPORTATION

Step 4
TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL

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Segregation
Do’s
Segregate waste into infectious and non-infectious waste, where it is generated at the health facility.

Infectious waste:
a. Sharps: needles, blades, broken glass are to be disposed in white/blue puncture proof container.
b. Non-Sharps like soiled and infected plastics, syringes, dressings, gloves, masks, blood bags, urine
bags are to be disposed in red plastic bins/bags.
c. Anatomical or Pathological waste like placenta, body parts etc are to be disposed in yellow plastic
bins/bags.

Non-infectious (General) waste:

This includes waste similar to
household waste like packaging
material, cartons, fruit and
vegetable peels, syringe, needle
wrappers and medicine covers
These should be disposed in
green/black plastic bins or bags.

Don’ts
Never mix infectious and
non-infectious waste during
generation, collection, storage,
transportation or final disposal.

Collection and Storage

Do’s
1. Always collect waste in covered bins.

2. Empty bins after they are filled up to 3/4th level.

3. Clean the bins regularly with soap and water or disinfect the bins regularly, depending upon the
type of waste material in the bin.

Don’ts
1. Never fill the bins more than 3/4th of their capacity.
2. Never mix infectious and non-infectious waste in the same bin.
3. Never store waste beyond 48 hrs.

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Transportation
Do’s
1. Always carry or transport the waste in
closed containers.
2. Use dedicated waste collection bins/
trolleys/wheel barrows for transporting
waste.
3. Transport waste through a pre-defined
route within the health care facility.

Don’ts
1. Never transport the waste in open
containers or bags as it may spill and
lead to spread of infections.
2. Never transport waste through
crowded areas.

Treatment and Disposal

Do’s
1. Always remember to treat waste before final disposal.
2. Remember the following while treating the waste.
a. Anatomical waste has to be deep buried / incinerated.
b. Syringes must be cut with hub cutters and chemically disinfected with 1% chlorine solution at
source of generation before final disposal into sharps pit.
c. Infected plastics should be chemically disinfected or autoclaved, then shredded before final
disposal in municipal dumps.
d. General waste can be sent without any treatment to municipal dumps for final disposal.

Don’ts
Never throw infectious waste into general waste without any pre-treatment.

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Chapter - 8

The Surgical Procedure

The following principles should guide mini-lap tubectomy under local anaesthesia for maximal safety:

• Clients must be carefully screened and selected, using recommended eligibility guidelines.
• Client must be fit for anesthesia and the surgical procedure.
• The health facility must be properly equipped for the surgery and anesthesia as well as related
emergencies.
• The health care provider/s should be trained and skilled in the surgical technique, use of appropriate
anaesthesia, and in managing emergencies arising out of the same.
• All instruments, medicines and equipment as listed in Appendix I, must be checked to confirm that they
are present and in optimal working order, before beginning the surgical procedure.
• Presence of an informed and signed consent of client should be confirmed. All staff must conform to
recommended infection prevention practices.

Surgical Approach
Minilap tubectomy is performed usually by either of two approaches.
• Sub-umbilical approach is appropriate in the immediate postpartum period (Post partum
sterilization or PPS).
Incision Sites for Postpartum and
• Supra pubic approach is appropriate for the following Interval Abdominal Tubectomy
situations. Postpartum
incision
1. Clients at any time in their menstrual cycle, provided
it is reasonably certain that she is not pregnant using Umbilicus

the Pregnancy Checklist. The surgery is preferably Interval

done at the end of a menstrual period or shortly incision
thereafter, to ensure that the client is not pregnant.
2. Most post abortion clients.
Pubic
3. Clients who are 42 or more days postpartum (i.e., hair line
once the uterus is fully involuted).

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Subumbilical (Post Partum) Minilap Tubectomy

This section describes the evaluation and preparation of a client undergoing a sub-umbilical minilap
tubectomy and the important steps of the procedure .

Evaluation of the Client

• A client requesting post-partum sterilization should have been counseled and assessed before
arriving at the facility for delivery. Even so, additional counselling and assessment of her interest in
and suitability for sterilization should again be done at the facility, before the client is transferred
from the post-natal ward to the surgical area for sterilization.
• Another important consideration is the condition of the newborn. If the newborn is unwell, the
sterilization procedure can be postponed from 48 hours up to a week after delivery, since the client’s
desire for permanent contraception may change if the infant dies or suffers from some chronic
health problem.
• After the client is screened, found eligible and agrees to the procedure, confirm that she has not
consumed solid foods for six hours, milk for 4 hours and fluids for at least two hours before surgery.
• The operating surgeon must:
- Review the client’s medical history and physical examination results from the medical record to
verify eligibility
- Verify the client’s informed choice and consent.
- Perform a physical examination to confirm the clinical findings in the medical record
- Arrange a surgical gown for the client and give her private place to change. If a surgical gown is
not likely to be available, the client should be told to bring along a clean garment which will help
to preserve her modesty and also keep her warm.

• A full bladder increases the risk of injury during abdominal entry; therefore, immediately before the
procedure, the client’s bladder should be emptied. The safest, most effective way to ensure an empty
bladder is to ask the client to urinate immediately before she enters the operating theatre.
• Routine use of the catheter should be discouraged, since it may raise the risk of infection.
A catheter should be used only if, once the client is on the operating table, palpation or inspection
of the region suggests that the bladder is full.

Positioning for Surgery

Position the client for surgery in the dorsal
supine position. The height of the postpartum
uterine fundus should be assessed to confirm
that it is close to the umbilicus. (Fig. 8.1)

Fig. 1 : Positioning the client for sub-umbilical minilap

tubectomy and assessing fundal height

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Abdominal Preparation
• The operating area should not be shaved. The hair can be trimmed close to the skin with scissors
if necessary.
• The operative site should be prepared immediately pre-operatively, with an antiseptic solution
such as iodophor (Povidone iodine) or chlorhexidine gluconate (cetavalone).
Alcohol preparations should not be applied to the sensitive genitalia.

Iodophor and chlorhexidine are safe for use on mucous membranes and can be used to cleanse
the vagina and cervix. Iodophors require 1 to 2 minutes to work which is the time needed for the
release of free iodine which inactivates the micro-organisms.

• Using an antiseptic-soaked swab on a sponge forceps, clean the umbilicus and throw away the swab.
Take a second swab, and, starting from the sub-umbilical incision area, move progressively out from the
umbilicus in circular motion (Fig. 1). Swab at least a 12-cm circumference progressively in this manner;

Do not bring the used swab back over a cleaned area which may cause recontamination of the site
with local skin bacteria.

• Antiseptic solutions should be liberally applied at least two times on and around the operative site,
and the site cleansed thoroughly by gentle scrubbing.
• The excess antiseptic solution should not be permitted to drip and gather beneath the client’s body
as this may cause irritation.
• After preparing the operative site and allowing the antiseptic to dry, the area should be covered
with sterile drape sheets.
Once four sheets are secured in position at right angles with towel clips, they will form a sterile window .

Fig. 2 : Preparation of operative site

At this moment, additional pain medication (e.g., Diazepam and Meperidine), according to the regimen
selected, should be administered.

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Selecting Incision Site

The best area for the sub-umbilical incision is beneath the umbilicus, just below the upper border
of the palpable post-partum uterus. (Fig. 3)

This is because during the immediate postpartum period, the umbilicus is not deep and lies on top of the
enlarged postpartum uterine fundus. Additionally, the abdominal wall in this area is also thin and flexible.

Fig. 3 : The subumbilical minilaparotomy: Incision site

Local Anaesthesia Infiltration

STEP 1: Using either one 20 ml or two 10 ml syringes loaded with 1% lignocaine, ( 2% xylocaine supplied
should be diluted with equal amount of distilled water), raise a small skin wheal at the centre of the
incision site and administer about 3-5 ml of the local anesthetic, just under the skin along both sides
of the incision line.

STEP 2: Starting at the centre of the incision line and without withdrawing the needle, insert needle
into the fascia at a 45° angle, with the needle directed slightly superior to the incision line. Aspirate to
ensure the needle is not in a blood vessel; then withdraw the needle slowly while injecting 3–5 ml
of lignocaine .Repeat on other side of incision line.

STEP 3: Insert the needle straight down through the rectus sheath to the peritoneum ( see figure ).
Aspirate again to be sure the needle is not in a blood vessel and inject 1–2 ml of anesthetic into the
peritoneal layer.

Fig. 4 : Infiltrating the Fascia (with Needle at 45° Angle)

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Fig. 5: Infiltrating the Peritoneum (Needle at 90º Angle)

STEP 4: Withdraw the needle and place on a sterile or high-level disinfected tray to prevent accidental
needle stick injury. Keep a small amount of lignocaine in the syringe for use on fascia, peritoneum and
tubes, if needed.

STEP 5: Massage the skin gently to spread the anaesthetic into the tissues. Wait 2–3 minutes for the
anaesthetic to take effect.

STEP 6: Test the incision site for adequate anaesthesia using tissue forceps. If client can feel a pinch,
wait 2–3 minutes more and retest the incision site for pain.

Abdominal Entry
Make a skin incision approximately 2 – 3 cm long, and open it only through the skin (fig. 6). Using a
forceps or retractors, bluntly dissect the subcutaneous fat gently and precisely, to minimize tissue trauma
and bleeding. Control bleeding from any vessel, if needed. Dissect subcutaneous tissue until the fascia
is visualized and exposed with retractors.

In postpartum women, the abdominal wall in the sub-umbilical area is very thin. Therefore,
dissection must be performed cautiously, to avoid injury to underlying structures.

To incise the fascia, place the table in a slight Trendelenburg position (20° or less), then grasp and
elevate the fascia with Allis forceps in the midline of the incision at the inferior and superior portion.
Using scissors, incise the fascia transversely. Extend the fascial opening slightly beyond the skin incision
on both sides. (fig. : 7)

Due to diastasis of the rectus, there is no intervening rectus muscle under the umbilicus and in
postpartum clients, the fascia and peritoneum usually adhere, making them one layer. Therefore,
layer-by-layer dissection is usually unnecessary, since the surgeon generally enters the abdomen
immediately after incising the rectus fascia.

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Note: While two Allis forceps are needed here, only one is Note: While two Allis forceps are needed here, only one is
shown in the figure, for clarity. shown in the figure, for clarity.

Fig. 6 : Entering the skin and grasping the fascia Fig. :7 : Dissecting the fascia

If the previous step did not provide entry into the abdomen, identify and elevate the peritoneum by
grasping it at two points with hemo-static forceps.

To prevent injury to underlying structures, avoid using toothed instruments.

Once the peritoneum has been elevated, to protect the underlying viscera and structures from injury
during incision, check that the bowel, bladder or omentum has not been grasped inadvertently with
the peritoneum by palpating the tissue between thumb and finger.

To avoid grasping the bowels along with the peritoneum, be sure to ask the client to take a deep
breath before you grasp the peritoneum. Before incising the peritoneum, look at or feel a fold
of the grasped tissue, to confirm that it is the translucent peritoneum only and that abdominal
contents are not adhering to it.

Once this has been excluded, make a small opening in the peritoneum with a scissors or hemostat.

Fig. 8 : Grasping and Opening the Peritoneum

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Note : In some clients, particularly those who are obese, the preperitoneal fat is abundant. This can cause
difficulties during opening the peritoneum. Dissect slowly, without making unnecessary cuts, and try
to identify the peritoneum before cutting.

Once entry into the abdominal cavity is confirmed, the surgical assistant should gently place the retractors
inside the abdomen to maximally expose the uterus and tubes (fig. 9).

From this point until the completion of tubal occlusion, the surgical assistant must keep the incision
open with retractors and must adjust the retractors according to the surgeon’s needs.

Fig. 9 : Using the retractors to expose the uterus and tubes

Delivering the Fallopian Tubes

One of the advantages of sub-umbilical access to the fallopian tubes is that the pliable skin allows the
surgical assistant to move the incision to the sides, so that the tubes can be accessed where they are
located anatomically. Also, the uterus can be manipulated from the outside, allowing the corneal end to
be moved to the incision, thus providing easy access to the tubes. Using gentle pressure on the abdomen,
push the uterus toward the opposite side of the tube being accessed while the surgical assistant positions
the incision over the fallopian tube by gently moving and pressing down both retractors simultaneously
(Fig. 10 a and 10 b).

Fig. 10 (a) : Pushing the uterus toward the opposite side of Fig. 10 (b): Moving the incision to be above the tube being
the tube being accessed accessed

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• Visualization of the uterus and tubes may be obscured by the omentum or bowel. If this is the case, ask
the client to take a deep breath while you push the bowels gently out of the way using the retractors.
• Since the peritoneum has nerve endings, minimize pulling and tugging so as to prevent pain and
vasovagal reactions (e.g., nausea, vomiting, and fainting).

Once the tube has been visualized, grasp it atraumatically with a baby Babcock forceps (fig. 11)

Fig. 11 : Grasping and identifying the fallopian tubes

Confirm the identity of the tube by following it to the fimbriated end (using the baby Babcock forceps
with one hand and a delicate dissecting forceps with the other) and pulling the tube out gently until
the fimbria can be seen. (Fig. 12 (a), 12 (b))

Fig. 12 (a) : Moving the tube to the opening Fig. 12 (b) : Pulling the tube out and visualizing the fimbria

Neglecting this important step may lead to ligation of other structures (such as the round ligament)
instead of the fallopian tube, which will result in failure of the procedure.

At this point, you are ready to ligate the tube and after the tube is ligated on one side, repeat the steps
on the other side to ligate the other tube.

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Occluding the Fallopian Tubes

Ligature and excision of the tube using the modified Pomeroy technique is the most commonly
used occlusion method selected for occluding the fallopian tubes during minilap tubectomy.

The basic principles of the technique are to tie a knot onto a loop of an avascular area of the
fallopian tube, excise a portion of the tube minimizing tissue handling and destruction, and use
absorbable suture.

In the modified Pomeroy Technique, use a baby Babcock forceps to grasp and elevate a 2-cms loop of
fallopian tube at its midsection (the isthamic portion), approximately 2 to 3 cm from the cornual portion
of the tube.

It is important that the tubal loop is large enough so that at least 1 cm of the tube can be excised
but enough of the margin of the tube remains that it does not slip out of the suture.

Position the baby Babcock forceps over an avascular portion of the mesosalpinx. Keeping the forceps
in a vertical position, hold the tubal loop (fig.13).

Fig. 13 : Holding the tubal loop with the baby Babcock forceps

Transfix using a surgical dissecting forceps and holding the tube by its distal side and passing a needle
with absorbable suture number 0 through the avascular section of the mesosalpinx, taking care to avoid
blood vessels (fig. : 14 a, 14 b, 14 c, 14 d).

Rapidly absorbable suture (chromic or plain catgut) is recommended, to allow the two cut ends
of the tube to withdraw quickly from each other. This reduces the risk of failure as a result of
spontaneous recanalization. Do not place ligatures near the fimbrial portion of the tube, since this
again increases the potential for recanalization and failure.

Place an anchor tie around the proximal side of the loop of fallopian tube using a square knot. Tie the
same suture on the other side of the looped tube, using a square knot.

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Steps of modified Pomeroy technique

Fig. 14 (a) : Transfixing the suture Fig. 14 (b) : Tying a square knot around the
proximal side

Fig. 14 (c) : Tying the distal side Fig. 14 (d) : Tying off the loop of the fallopian tube

After tying the loop of the fallopian tube as shown in the above figures, use a hemostat to hold the
suture knot. While holding the knot, cut off 1 cm of the loop of fallopian tube above the knot, using the
scissors, leaving at least a 0.5-cm tubal stump above the knot. Cut the proximal side first and then the
distal side of the tube (Fig 15 a, b).

Examine the stump for bleeding. Because some blood vessels of the mesosalpinx are caught in the
ligature, hemostasis must be assured before the tube is released and returned to the abdominal cavity.
(Fig. 16). Be sure to hold the tube gently and not pull it, as the pressure exerted could hide the bleeding.
After examining the cut tubal stump to ensure that hemostasis has been achieved, cut the suture and
allow the tube to return into the abdomen by releasing the hemostat.

At this point, access and deliver the second fallopian tube, as described in the previous section, and
occlude it.
Cutting the fallopian tube

Fig. 15 (a) : Cutting the proximal side of the tube Fig. 15 (b) : Cutting the distal side of the tube

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Fig. 16: Checking tubal stump for bleeding

After both fallopian tubes have been occluded and put back to the abdomen, change the table to its
initial horizontal position if the Trendelenburg position was used.

Closing the Abdomen

Before closing the abdomen, visually explore the surgical area to exclude the possibility of any injury
or bleeding. The abdomen is closed in two layers - the fascia and the skin.

Peritoneal closure is not necessary, as evidences has shown that the peritoneum heals by itself
in 24 to 48 hours, without adhesions (Janschek et al., 2003).

While grasping both sides of the fascia, starting at one end of the incision, close the fascia using a
continuous (running stitch) suture with absorbable suture number 0. Two or three stitches may be
needed, depending on the length of the incision and the extent of superficial bleeding or the need to
control bleeding.

Close the skin with interrupted stitches, using either absorbable or non-absorbable suture number 0
The skin can be closed with stitches about 1 cm apart, depending on the need to control bleeding.

If non-absorbable suture is used to close the skin, make sure that the client has access to a facility
where the suture can be removed.

Fig. 17 : Closing the fascia Fig. 18 : Closing the skin

Finally, dress the closed incision before removing gloves, gowns, and drapes.

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Suprapubic Minilap Tubectomy

Client Evaluation and Client Preparation follows the same principles as described under Sub-
umbilical Minilap Tubectomy.

Client Positioning for Interval Minilap

Positioning the client for a suprapubic procedure should involve considerations of both client comfort and
ease of access to the surgical area. The most common position used is the dorsal supine position. (Fig 19)

Fig. 19 : Dorsal Supine Position

Preparing the Abdominal Area

Cleaning and draping the abdomen is done as described for sub-umbilical minilap tubectomy.

For suprapubic procedures, skin preparation should include the upper part of the pubis and
thighs. (Fig. 20)

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Incision Site
The best area for the supra pubic incision is 2 to 3 cm (or 1 in.) above the border of the pubis. In this
area, an anatomical fold at the union of the pubis and the abdominal wall is generally thinner, which
facilitates the opening of the abdomen. (Fig. : 21)

Although the incision can be vertical or transverse, the transverse incision is most commonly used and
is described here.

The transverse incision is commonly used because:

• It heals more rapidly.

• It is associated with less pain during the healing process.
• Incidence of opening of the wound is lower.
• The scar that forms is less visible.

A vertical incision is indicated when there is an existing midline scar.

Abdominal Entry
Infiltrate the abdominal wall, following the local anesthesia
infiltration technique described earlier.

After confirming the effectiveness of anaesthetia, by pinching

the skin with a toothed dissecting forceps, pull the skin taut to
make an incision approximately 2 to 3 cm (maximum of 5 cm)
long, centered, above the pubic symphysis.

Using a forceps or the small blade of the retractor (always

working in the midline), bluntly dissect the subcutaneous fat
gently and precisely, to minimize tissue trauma and bleeding. Fig. 21: Incision site

Use of sharp dissection increases the risk for more bleeding. Thus, sharp dissection should be
avoided.

Fig. 22 : Entering the abdomen: Grasping and dissecting the fascia

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Dissect subcutaneous tissue until the anterior rectus

fascia is visualized and exposed. Incise the fascia
transversely, using a scalpel at the center of the
incision; Incise the full thickness of the fascia until
the rectus muscle can be seen on both sides . With
the Allis forceps, grasp the fascia in the midline of the
incision, at the inferior and superior portion , and cut
transversely with scissors (Fig 22). Extend the fascial
opening on both sides so that it is slightly larger than
or about the same length as the skin incision.

Have the surgical assistant place the retractors under

the fascia and adjust them to expose the linea alba (the
Fig. 23 : Visualizing the muscle layers
midline raphe of the rectus muscle). Retractors should
be pulled horizontally to keep the incision open. At this time, one of the Allis forceps can be removed.

Bluntly separate the rectus muscles vertically at the linea alba, entering through the linea alba with a
hemostat or closed scissors and bluntly dissect the preperitoneal fat needed to expose the peritoneum.
(Fig. : 24 )

Entry into the abdominal cavity is safer when the operating table is placed in the Trendelenburg
position (with the head of the table tilted downward 20° or less ).This position shifts the bowels out
of the operative site, thus minimizing the risk of injury.
To minimize the amount of time the client spends in this position, a member of the surgical team
should place the client in this position just before incising the peritoneum, and should return her
to the horizontal position as soon as tubal occlusion is completed.

Fig. 24 (a) : Separating the rectus muscles

Fig. 24 (b) : Opening the scissors to separate the muscles

To incise the peritoneum, elevate the peritoneum by grasping it at two points with hemostats. Avoid
using toothed instruments to prevent injury to underlying structures. (Fig 25)

If any difficulty is experienced in opening the peritoneum, it may be preferable to incise superiorly (away
from the pubic bone) to avoid the bladder. (fig 26)

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Fig. 25 : Grasping the peritoneum Fig. 26 : Opening the peritoneum

Take care to avoid the bowels or bladder whenever the peritoneum is incised.

Stay directly under the incision in the midline.

The surgical assistant must keep the retractors horizontal (i.e., parallel to the abdomen) and must
simultaneously pull them up. This ensures better visibility of the abdominal cavity and minimizes
the possibility of trauma to the interior abdominal wall.

Locating the Fallopian Tubes

Accessing and delivering the fallopian tubes requires manipulation of the uterus and tubes to position
the fallopian tubes near the incision area, which allows the surgeon to access them without difficulty.

A nurse can elevate the uterus per-vagina by pushing the uterus up through the posterior fornix
of the vaginal vault with two fingers.

If the client is too fatty and the fundus cannot be reached easily, extend the incision sideways
1cm more.

STEP 1: Insert index finger/index and middle finger of one hand inside the incision and feel for the
fundus of the uterus.

STEP 2: Slide the finger/s along the fundus laterally up to the cornu and then posteriorly and feel for
the tube of one side.

STEP 3: Trace the tube laterally with finger/s, hook it, lift the tube and roll it against the anterior abdominal
wall.

If using two fingers the roll tube between them to confirm that it is the fallopian tube (the fallopian tube
is soft and mobile unlike the round ligament).

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Since the fallopian tubes have a peritoneal layer that contains nerve endings, clients often feel pain
when the fallopian tubes are grasped.
To prevent pain, spray 1 to 2 cc of 1% lidocaine without epinephrine on each fallopian tube through
the incision, which the surgical assistant is holding open with retractors. Wait 30 to 60 seconds for
the anesthetic to take effect.

STEP 4: Holding the tube between the two fingers or hooking over one finger gently bring it out of
the abdominal incision.

STEP 5: Gently grasp the mid-portion of the tube with the Babcock’s forceps.

STEP 6: Identify the tube by tracing the tube till the fimbrial end laterally.

Confirm that, the tube and not the round ligament has been ligated, by identifying the lumen
in the portion of the tube which has been removed.

Occluding the Fallopian Tubes and closing the abdomen

The procedure and steps to be followed are already described in Sub-umbilical approach (Post partum
sterilization)

Dressing the incision.

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Chapter - 9

Post-Operative Recovery, Discharge and Follow-Up

Monitoring the client after surgery is a very important function because it is during this period that any
effects of surgical trauma or other post-operative complications become apparent.

Although nurses or other staff members will carry out the tasks related to post-operative recovery and
discharge, the operating doctor is ultimately responsible for the quality of postoperative care.

Post-Operative Care
The person assigned this duty have the following responsibilities:

• Receive the client from the operating theatre; review the client record.
• Make the client as comfortable as possible (handle the woman gently when moving her).
• Make sure that an over sedated client is never left unattended.
• Monitor the client’s vital signs - check blood pressure, respiration and pulse every 15 minutes for
one hour following surgery or till the patient is unstable or not awake. Thereafter, check vital signs
every 30 minutes until the client has fully recovered from the effects of the anaesthesia , for at least
2 hours before discharge.
• Record vital signs in the client record each time they are checked.
• Check the surgical dressing for oozing or bleeding.
• Administer drugs or treatment for symptoms according to the doctor’s orders.
• Provide water, tea and fruit juices when the client feels comfortable.
The client may be discharged when she is able to retain oral fluids, urinate, converse, dress herself,
and walk around which usually occurs within two hours unless general anaesthetia has been used.

After sedation has worn off and before discharge, a trained staff member should repeat the postoperative
instructions to the client or designated accompanying person. A written copy of the postoperative
instructions should also be provided.

Determining when the client is ready for discharge

The client may be discharged when the following conditions are met:

a. After at least four hours of procedure, when the vital signs are stable and the client is fully awake,
passed urine, can walk, drink or talk.
b. The client is seen and evaluated by the doctor.
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A client may require overnight observation in the following conditions.

- Unable to retain fluids (vomiting).
- Unable to ambulate (unsteady when standing).
- Shows signs of possible abdominal bleeding.
- Shows signs of hypovolemia.

Discharge
• Before being discharged, the client should be instructed to return for routine follow-up within one
week,
• She should be advised to return at any time if warning signs arise and staff should discuss these
warning signs with the client and with the person accompanying the client from the facility, and
should verify their understanding of this information.
• The client should have received information on follow-up and warning signs in advance; at this
time, it should be reiterated and the person in charge of the client’s discharge should make sure
that she understands it.
• Oral analgesics can be prescribed or given, to be taken during the first two days following the
procedure.

There is no need to prescribe antibiotics.

• The client is to be provided with a discharge card, indicating name of the institution, date and type
of surgery, method used, date and place of follow-up ( Annexure 5).
• Both written and verbal post-operative instructions must be provided in the local language ie
a. Rest for the remaining day and resume light work after 48 hours
b. Use medications as instructed.
c. Resume normal diet as soon as possible.
d. Keep the incision area clean and dry.
e. Do not disturb or open the dressing.
f. Bathe after 24 hours following the surgery, but if the dressing becomes wet, it should be changed
so that the incision area is kept dry until the stitches are removed.
g. In the case of interval sterilization the client may have intercourse whenever she feels comfortable.
h. She must report to the doctor or clinic if there is excessive pain, fainting, fever, bleeding or pus
discharge from the incision, not passed urine, not passed flatus and feels bloating of abdomen.
i. She must return to the clinic, if there is any missed period/suspected pregnancy within two
weeks of missed period.
j. Instructions should be given on where to go for routine and emergency follow-up.
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Signs of Post-Operative Complications

The staff should be able to recognize and respond to the following signs of distress:

• Excessive somnolence.
• Respiratory rate of less than 10 per minute.
• Hyperventilation.
• Systolic blood pressure of less than 90 mm mercury.
• Rapid pulse rate (over 90 per minute) or weak pulse.
• Pallor or cyanosis.
• Inability to retain fluids (vomiting)
• Inability to urinate
• Inability to ambulate (client is unsteady when standing)
• Abdominal distention.

Transfer of Client Records

All client records should be maintained at the service site where the procedure
took place.
If the follow-up visit will take place at another facility, the client should be given a card for the follow-
up provider. The card should state the date of the procedure, the type of procedure and any special
instructions. If it is necessary to transfer a copy of the client’s records, the original should be kept at the
facility where the surgery took place.

Follow-Up
The health worker should visit the tubectomy client at home within 48 hours of
discharge.
Alternatively, the client should report to the clinic.

The next follow-up visit should preferably occur on the seventh day after surgery (or as early as
possible after 7 days) and should include an examination of the operative site, suture removal (if non-
absorbent sutures were used) and any other relevant examination as indicated

Subsequent follow-up visit should be made after either one month or the next menstrual period,
whichever is earlier. During this follow-up visit the staff assesses the client to determine if she has any
side effects or complications or dissatisfaction related to the surgery. The client is treated or referred
as indicated.

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Emergency Follow Up-Clients making an emergency follow-up visit should receive immediate
attention. Staff should be alert to the possibility of internal bleeding, bowel injury or infection.

If the woman had surgery at another health facility, the medical records may not be available.
The staff member conducting the interview should obtain chronological information covering all
events since the day of surgery. Complications and treatment should be reported to the facility
where the tubectomy was performed.

1.5.2. Certificate of Sterilization

Certificate of sterilization should be issued after one month of the surgery or, after the 1st
menstrual period by the Medical Officer of the facility.

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Chapter - 10

Complications of Abdominal Tubectomy and Management

Overall, minilap tubectomy is a safe procedure and few women experience complications. Major
complications occur in less than 2% of all cases either due to anaesthetia or due to faulty surgical
technique.

Emergency management preparedness is a vital and absolutely necessary component of minilaparotomy

for female sterilization services.

The following steps should be taken when a complication arises during the procedure

• Adequate monitoring of vital signs

• Identify the problem immediately.
• Take prompt action based on the nature of the problem.
• Suspend the surgery till the client is stable
• Consider hospitalising the client for observation.

Complications can occur during the procedure or following the procedure

Intra-Operative Complications and Management

a. Nausea and Vomiting – Ondansetron (4 mg) or Metoclopramide (10 mg) may be given IM or IV.
b. Vaso-vagal attack – Raise the leg end and lower the head end and give oxygen. Administer atropine
(0.6 mg) IV if there is bradycardia. This can be repeated if the baseline pulse rate is not achieved
within 1 to 2 minutes.
c. Respiratory depression- Keep the airway patent; assist breathing using manual resuscitation
equipment with oxygen; assess the circulation by monitoring pulse, blood pressure, respiration and
other supportive therapy to be given as indicated.
d. Cardio-respiratory arrest- Details of the sequential management of cardio respiratory arrest is
given in Annexure 8.
e. Uterine perforation due to introduction of uterine elevator (if it is used) from below needs to be
repaired immediately if there is bleeding or these patients need to have further hospital observation
to ensure they are stable.
f. Bleeding from the mesosalpinx can be treated through laparoscope with cautery or ring/clip
application. Alternatively, the bleeding should be controlled immediately by laparotomy.
g. Injury to the urinary bladder- Must be closed in two layers and self-retaining catheter should be
inserted in bladder for 7 days or as long as necessary.

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h. Injury to intra-abdominal viscera (i.e., small or large bowel) and blood vessels- must be repaired
immediately and I-V line maintained. If the operating surgeon is not confident of repairing, he/she
must ask for help from a surgical colleague .
i. Convulsions and toxic reactions to local anaesthesia- The foremost priority is to maintain
patency of airway and give 100 per cent oxygen inhalation. If the convulsions persist, administer
Injection Diazepam 5-10 mg IV. Administration of IV fluid is not generally required, but may be
given if necessary.
Surgery should be stopped and the patient allowed recovery. Subsequent surgery should be performed
at a centre with all facilities.

Post Operative Complications and Management

a. Wound sepsis- Small stitch abscess is to be treated with drainage and dressings. However, severe
sepsis needs opening the incision and drainage of the pus followed by dressing, antibiotics and
analgesics.
b. Haematoma in the abdominal wall- A small non-expanding, non infected haemotoma will resolve
with no therapy, while a large one, particularly if infected, may need drainage and treatment with
antibiotics.
c. Intestinal obstruction, paralytic ileus and peritonitis- The client should be hospitalized if she is
not already in hospital. Keep the patient nil orally, on nasogastric suction, IV fluids , antibiotics and
analgesics as indicated and refer to a higher centre, if required.
d. Tetanus- If tetanus is detected, the patient must be transferred immediately to a suitably equipped
higher centre for treatment
e. Incisional hernia- a rare complication that needs surgical treatment.

Complications not related to Sterilization

a. Menstrual irregularities (for example, menorrhagia, and scanty period) sometimes occur. But, these
are not complications of sterilization. Reassurance and treatment according to the cause is sufficient
in most cases.
b. Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease- usually presents itself as lower abdominal pain and requires
treatment with bed rest, antibiotics and analgesics.
c. Psychological problems (e.g., depression) - Discussion of the problem, clarification of the role of
sterilization and answering questions are important.

Failure of Tubectomy
Failure of the procedure leading to pregnancy may be due to either technical deficiency in the surgical
procedure or spontaneous re-canalization. The client should be advised to report to the facility
immediately after missed periods.

She should be offered MTP and repeat sterilization surgery or be medically supported throughout
the pregnancy if she so wishes. Ectopic pregnancy must be ruled out as tubectomy predisposes
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Some Unforeseen Situations During Minilap Tubectomy

Tubo ovarian masses
These may cause difficulty in mobilizing the tubes and if dissection is attempted, can result in excessive
bleeding.

Dense adhesions due to previous surgeries

If tubes are embedded in thick adhesions, they are best left alone as dissection of adhesions can cause
haemorrhage and/or post operative infections.

PID or Pelvic tuberculosis

This may cause a plastered pelvis or frozen pelvis with inaccessible tubes.

Highly vascular tubes

With large vascular or venous formations, it may be difficult to get an avascular portion of the tube and
there is more likelihood of haemorrhage.

Congenital absence of tubes

This is rare. By tracing over the fundus, absence of tubes can be detected. Counselling of client is important
and post operative ultrasound and/or hysterosalpingogram may be advised for confirmation.

Tubal pathology
Cases with hydrosalphinx or pyosalphinx, edematous tubes, haemorrhagic corpus luteum, ectopic
pregnancy or malignancy should be documented and referred to a higher centre.

Malignancy
Malignancy of tubes, ovaries and uterus if found, should be documented. Tubectomy can be done if
feasible but referral to a proper centre is mandatory.

Unsuspected pregnancy
Patient should be counseled about the presence of the unsuspected pregnancy and what her options
are. Separate consent should be obtained for MTP. Pregnancy test may be done and, if possible, an
ultrasound examination is also recommended. If she is willing, tubectomy can be done but proper
documentation and follow up should be assured.

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Chapter - 11

Quality Minilap Tubectomy

Quality of care is defined as ‘attributes of a service program that reflects adherence to professional
standards, a congenial service environment and satisfaction on the part of the user’. It is the way in which
individuals and clients are treated by the system providing services.

Quality in family Planning includes offering a range of services that are safe, accessible, affordable and
effective and that satisfy clients’ needs with minimum of effort, waste and rework. It can also be defined
as “the way clients are treated by the system”.

Benefits of Improving Quality

Assuring good quality of services is an ethical obligation of health care providers. Studies have shown
that improving the quality of services offers practical benefits to family planning clients and programs.
These benefits include:

• Safety and effectiveness,

• Client satisfaction resulting in longer continuation,
• Wider use of contraception,
• Job satisfaction for providers,
• Better program reputation and competitiveness
• Expanded access to services

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Principles of Good Quality

Quality of care frame work should be focused on the rights of clients and needs of the service providers

Clients have the right to: Providers have a need for:

Clear information- accurate, appropriate, Information and training on technical issues,

understandable, and unambiguous. updated regularly.
Access to services - Convenient location, Guidance through service guidelines, SOPs,
distance and timings, with no barriers and checklists and supervision.
discrimination. Supportive working environment
Informed Choice - voluntary and well • Respect and recognition from co-workers,
considered decision based on complete managers, clients, and community.
information.
Infrastructure, supplies, equipment –appropriate
Safe services provided as per standard delivery physical facilities, adequate supplies and
guidelines and protocols by Skilled provider. working equipments.
Privacy and confidentiality - for assuring client IEC materials- adequate supply of appropriate
satisfaction. materials for community awareness.
Dignity, comfort, and free expression of Record keeping – as good monitoring tool to
opinion assure the quality of services.
Continuity of care: system of delivering
follow up care.

Quality Assurance
Quality Assurance (QA) is a cyclical process involving assessment, leading to improvement, followed
by further assessment and improvement. It is designed to objectively and systematically monitor and
evaluate services offered to clients in accordance with pre-established standards and to resolve identified
problems and pursue opportunities for improving services, leading to client satisfaction.

Objective of Quality Assurance-: Move from “ACTUAL PRACTICE” to “DESIRED BEST PRACTICE”.

Steps in quality assurance circle

Plan

Design solutions Set standards

Identify who will Communicate

work on problems Standards

Define Problems Monitor

Identify & prioritize
opportunities for
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The various steps for ensuring the quality services:

1: Setting Standards
Setting standards of care in these areas helps clinicians and managers assess and improve the quality
of services being offered.

As a guideline framework some of the performance standards are mentioned below.

Sl.
Key areas Performance standards
No.
1 Human and Physical • The provider is available, trained and competent to give the service.
Resources • The facility has enough space to provide the services.
• The clinic has Infection Prevention supplies.
• Sufficient forms for record keeping and reporting.
• Availability of sufficient contraceptives, essential drugs and medical supplies.
2 Client focused IEC • The clinic has informational posters or display on the family planning services
materials for Family offered and clinic timing.
Planning • There is information on client’s rights regarding family planning.
• The clinic has flip charts/ IEC material and samples of family planning methods
for counselling.
3 Infection Standard Universal Precautions of infection prevention include:
Prevention • Hand Washing.
practices • Self protection such as wearing gloves and physical barrier (Attires).
• Safe Work Practices (Prevent injuries from sharps).
• Maintain correct environmental cleanliness.
• Correct processing of instruments and other items.
• Proper waste disposal practices and handling, transporting and processing used/
soiled linens correctly.
4 Family Planning • The provider uses adequate interpersonal communication skills during the entire visit.
Services/New • Gives information about the contraceptive methods available in the clinic and
Client –General confirms the woman’s choice and Informed consent.
Counselling • The provider rules out pregnancy
• Assesses the woman’s medical eligibility
5 Management • Availability and use of routine protocols/ instructions for the delivery of Family
Systems planning services.
• The clinic has a simple FP client record system.
• The records are reviewed and analyzed regularly.
6 Follow up Visit • The provider verifies the woman’s satisfaction with the method.
and Management • Identifies and efficiently manages the side effects or problems
of side effects and • The provider gives instructions about the return and/ or follow up visits.
complications

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Step 2: Assessing Quality of Services

Quality assessment involves gathering data to determine the level of achievement of standards set in
the Guidelines. The assessment process includes: specifying the indicators of quality, specifying the
data that should be collected to measure the indicators, and identifying strategies for collecting and
processing the data.

For assessing and ensuring the quality of sterilisation services, Quality Assurance Committees are
formulated and functional at different levels of Health system.

Central Level
Monitoring cell constituted by the Technical Officers of the Family Planning Division of the MOHFW, and
officers of the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Division, Government of India who will be responsible
for directing and steering the quality assurance activities

Quality Assurance Committees (QACs); State and District levels

Quality Assurance Committees (QACs) have been formed at the state and district levels to ensure that
the sterilisation services are provided as per the standards laid down in the Manual “Standards in Female
and male sterilisation” developed by Government of India. The members of the committees and the
responsibilities are detailed in the manual “Quality Assurance Manual” by GOI.

Quality Circles- Facility Level

Sterilization services are being provided to the clients at various government and accredited private/
NGO outlets. At each service delivery site, sterilization service needs to be monitored and reviewed
periodically. This task can be performed by service providers from the facility itself through a process of
self-assessment that will identify issues related to quality improvement, help in resolving the identified
problems, recommend solutions, and ensure that high-quality services are provided.

For institutions such as District Hospitals/Civil Hospitals/Sub-divisions/Referral Hospitals/CHCs, Quality

improvement committees (QIC) comprising a team of medical, paramedical, and other support staff
should be constituted as per guidelines in the Quality assurance manual, depending on the size of the
institution being monitored, for reviewing the quality of services periodically.

Responsibilities of the QIC :

• Identifying critical quality processes in light of the standards for sterilization;
• Reviewing the processes with the help of the checklists on client case audit / facility (Annexures)
• Facility audit/observation of asepsis and surgical procedure (Annexure 4);
• Developing a work plan listing activities for improvement and putting this into action.
The committee should meet quarterly; and minute the proceedings.

All cases of failure and complications, major or minor, arising during surgery or post surgery must be
documented and a copy sent to the district QAC, timely, in the recommended formats. (Refer Quality
Assurance Manual). The district QAC will in turn be responsible for communicating such information to
the concerned insurance service providers for compensation.

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Any cases of Litigation against the service provider also should be intimated to the QAC to provide
Insurance coverage and legal protection for the empanelled provider.

Doing the right thing right, right away i.e without any delay, quality can be achieved.

In sum, it is vital to objectively and systematically monitor and evaluate mini-lap tubectomy services
from time to time in accordance with pre-established standards, resolve identified problems, and
pursue opportunities to improve client care so that high-quality, safe, and effective services that
satisfy clients’ rights are provided and providers’ needs are met.

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ANNEXURE
ANNEXURE

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Annexure - 1

Application for Sterilisation Operation and Informed

Consent Form
Name of the Health Facility: ........................................................................................................................................................

Beneficiary Hospital Registration Number:...............................................................................................................................

Date......................................................................................................................................................................................................

1. Name of the Accepter: Shri/Smt.................................................................................................................................

2. Name of Husband/Wife: Shri/Smt .............................................................................................................................

Address ..............................................................................................................................................................................................

..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

3 Names of all living, unmarried dependent Children

i) ..........................................................................................................................................................................................

ii) ..........................................................................................................................................................................................

iii) .........................................................................................................................................................................................

iv) .........................................................................................................................................................................................

4. Father’s Name : Shri ......................................................................................................................................................

Address ...............................................................................................................................................................................

5. Religion/Nationality ......................................................................................................................................................

6. Educational Qualifications............................................................................................................................................

7. Business/Occupation......................................................................................................................................................

8. Operating Centre.............................................................................................................................................................

I, Smt/Shri …………………………………….hereby give consent for my sterilization operation. I am married

and my husband/wife is alive. My age is …………………years and my husband/wife’s age is……………
years. We have………………………..male and……………………female living children. The age of my
youngest living child is …………………years.

#I am aware that I have the option of deciding against the sterilization procedure at any time
without sacrificing my rights to other reproductive health services.

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a) I have decided to undergo the sterilization / re-sterilization operation on my own without any outside
pressure, inducement or force. I declare that I / my spouse has not been sterilized previously (may
not be applicable in case of re-sterilization).
(.................)
(b) I am aware that other methods of contraception are available to me. I know that for all practical
purposes this operation is permanent and I also know that there are still some chances of failure
of the operation for which the operating doctor and health facility will not be held responsible by
me or by my relatives or any other person whomsoever
(.................)
(c) I am aware that I am undergoing an operation, which carries an element of risk.
(.................)
(d) The eligibility criteria for the operation have been explained to me, and I affirm that I am eligible
to undergo the operation according to the criteria.
(.................)
(e) I agree to undergo the operation under any type of anesthesia, which the doctor/healthfacility
thinks suitable for me, and to be given other medicines as considered appropriate by the doctor /
health facility concerned.
(.................)
(f) If, after the sterilization operation, I /my spouse experience (s) a missed menstrual cycle, then I/my
spouse shall report within two weeks of the missed menstrual cycle to the doctor/health facility
and may avail of the facility to get an MTP done free of cost.
(.................)
(g) In case of complications following sterilization operation, including failure, and the unlikely event
of death following sterilization, I/my spouse and dependent unmarried children will accept the
compensation as per the existing provisions of the Government of India Family Planning Insurance
Scheme as full and final settlement.
(.................)
(h) If I/my wife get (s) pregnant after failure of the sterilization operation and If I am not able to get the
foetus aborted within two weeks, then I will not be entitled to claim any compensation over and
above the compensation offered under the Family Planning Insurance Scheme from any court of
law in this regard or any other compensation for upbringing of the child
(.................)
(i) I agree to come for follow-up visits to the Hospital/Institution/Doctor/health facility as instructed,
failing which I shall be responsible for the consequences, if any.
(.................)
(j) I understand that Vasectomy does not result in immediate sterilization. *I agree to come for
semen analysis three months after the operation to conform the success of sterilization surgery
(Azoospermia) failing which I shall be responsible for the consequences, if any.(* Applicable for
male sterilization cases
(.................)

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I have read the above information.

# The above information has been read out and explained to me in my own language and that
this form has the authority of a legal document.

Date............................

Signature or Thumb Impression of the Acceptor

Name of the Acceptor

Signature of Witness:

…………………………………………………………………

Full Name………………………………………………………

Full Address……………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………

# (Only for those beneficiaries who cannot read and write)

Applicable to cases where the client cannot read and the above information is read out.

Shri/Smt ………………………………………….. have been fully explained about the contents of the
Informed Consent Form in his/her local language.

Signature of Counselor**………….…………………………………………………………………………

Full Name: ………………………....……………………………… …………………………………………

Full Address: ………………………..……………………………... …………………………………………

Date…………………………………................................................................................................………

I certify that I have satisfied myself that –

1) Shri/Smt……………………………………is within the eligible age-group and is medically fit for the
sterilization operation.

2) I have explained all clauses to the client and that this form has the authority of a legal document.

3) I have filled the Medical record – cum- checklist and followed the standards for sterilization procedures
laid down by the Government of India.

………………..…..……………………. ……..…..…..…..…..……………………………………

Signature of Operating Doctor Signature of Medical Officer in-charge of the Facility

Date…………………………..…………. Date………………………………….…………………

(Name and address) Seal (Name and address) Seal

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Denial of Sterilization

I certify that Shri/Smt……………………………………is not a suitable client for resterilization/sterilization

for the following reasons:

1.

2.

He/She has been advised the following alternative methods of contraception.

1.

2.

Signature of the Counselor** or

Doctor making the decision

(Name and full Address)...............................................................................................................................................................

.............................................................................................................................................................................................................

.............................................................................................................................................................................................................

(** Counselor can be any health personnel including doctor)

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Annexure - 2

Minilaporotomy Set

ITEM QUANTITY
Sponge-holding forceps 2
Surgical Drape (towel with central hole) 1
Syringe, 10 cc 2
Needle, 22-G, 1 ½ “ 2
Scalpel 1
Scalpel blade, size 15 2
Allis forceps 2
Medium artery forceps Straight 3
Medium artery forceps Curved 3
Needle holder 1
Straight scissors 1
Curved scissors 1
Babcock clamp (medium size) 2
Small Langenbeck (right-angle abdominal) 2
Retractor 1
Dissecting forceps, toothed 1
Dissecting forceps, non-toothed 1
Uterine elevator (for interval procedures) 1
Speculum, Vaginal, Sim’s medium 2
Small stainless steel bowl 1
Volsellum 1
Tubal hook, Ramathibodi 1
‘O’ chromic catgut 1
Small round-bodied, curved needle 1
Small cutting needle 1
Non-absorbable suture material 1
Dressing Material 1
SS kidney tray 1

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Annexure - 3

Physical Requirements for Female Sterilization

Sr. No. Item Requirements
1 Facilities • Well ventilated, fly proof room with concrete/tiled floor which can be
cleaned thoroughly.
• Running water supply through tap or bucket with tap.
• Electricity supply with a standby generator and other light source.
2 Space Required • Area for reception.
• Waiting area.
• Counselling area which offers privacy and ensures avoidance of any
interruptions.
• Laboratory with facilities for blood & urine examination.
• Clinical examination room for initial assessment and follow up.
• Pre-operative preparation room for trimming of hair, washing, changing of
clothes and pre-medication.
• Hand washing area near the OT for scrubbing.
• Sterilization room, near the OT, for autoclaving, washing and cleaning
equipment, preparation of sterile packs.
• Operation theatre: should be isolated and away from the general
thoroughfare of the clinic, it should be large enough to allow operating staff
to move freely and to accommodate all the necessary equipment. Lighting
should be adequate.
• Recovery room: must be spacious and well ventilated, number of beds will
be determined by the available space, should be adjacent to the OT.
• Adequate number of toilets: sufficient number of sanitary type toilets with
running water for the clients and the staff.
• Storage area.
• Office area for keeping records.
3 Equipment and Supplies
3A Examination Room • Examination Table.
requirements • Foot Stool.
• Blood Pressure apparatus.
• Thermometer.
• Stethoscope.
• Examination Light.
• Weighing Scale.
• Instrument for pelvic examination.

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Sr. No. Item Requirements

3B Laboratory • Haemoglobinometer and accessories.
• Apparatus to estimate albumin and sugar in urine.
• Reagents.
3C Sterilization Room • Autoclave.
• Boiler.
• Surgical drums.
• SS Tray.
• Glutaraldehyde solution 2%.
3D Cleaning Room • Hand Brushes.
• Utility gloves.
• Basins.
• Detergents.
• Chlorine solution 0.5%.
3E Operation Theatre • Operating table capable of Trendelenburg’s position.
• Step up stool.
• Spot light in OT.
• Instrument trolley.
• Mini Laparatomy kit.
• Laparoscopy kit.
• Blood Pressure Instrument.
• Stethoscope.
• Syringe with needles.
• Emergency equipment and Drugs.
• Room heater.
• IV Stand.
• Waste basket, storage cabinet, buckets, basins for decontamination.
• Box for used linen.
• Puncture proof box for needles.
3F Recovery Room • Patient’s cot with mattress, sheet, pillow, pillow cover and blankets.
• BP Instrument.
• Stethoscope.
• Thermometers.
• IV Stand.
• Emergency equipment and Drugs-as per list.

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Sr. No. Item Requirements

4 Emergency • Stethoscope.
Equipment and • BP Instruments.
Supplies
• Oral Airways guedel size 3,4,5.
• Nasopharyngeal Airways 6,6.5,7.0.
• Suction machine with tubing & two straps.
• Ambu bag with mask size 3,4,5.
• Tubing and oxygen nipple.
• Oxygen cylinder with reducing valve and flow meter.
• Blanket.
• Gauze pieces.
• Kidney tray.
• Torch.
• Syringes and needles, including butterfly sets, IV cannula.
• Intravenous infusion sets and fluids.
• Sterile laparotomy instruments.
• Endotrachael tube 6,6.5,7,7.5,8.0.
• Laryngeal mask airway size 3, 4, 5 .
• Combitube.
• Cricothyroidectomy set.

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Sr. No. Item Requirements

5 Essential Drugs • Injection Adrenaline.
• Injection Atropine.
• Injection Diazepam.
• Injection Deriphylline.
• Injection Physostigmine.
• Injection Xylocard.
• Injection Hydrocortisone (Dexamethasone).
• Injection Pheniramine Maleate.
• Injection Promethazine.
• Injection Pentazocine.
• Injection Ranitidine.
• Injection Metoclopramide.
• Injection Calcium Gluconate/Calcium Chloride.
• Injection Sodium Bicarbonate (7.5%).
• Injection Dopamine.
• Injection Mephenteramine.
• Injection Frusemide.
• Injection Methergine.
• Injection Oxytocin.
• Water soluble jelly.
• Electrode jelly.

IV Fluids

• Ringer Lactate.
• 0.9 % Sodium chloride (Normal saline).
• 5% Dextrose.
• Heta Starch (HES 6 %).
• Glucose 25 %.

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Annexure - 4

Medical Record & Check List for Female Sterilization

Reg. No:……………………………………….. OT No………………………………………………..

Date of Operation
Date………./……………/……………….. Date……………./…………………/………………..
(DD/MM/YR) (DD/MM/YR)

Name of the State ………………………………………………………

Name of the District ………………………………………………………

…………………………………………… …………
Camp………… ……………………… ……………..
PP Centre…………………… ………… ……………
PHC/CHC……………………………… … …………
Name & Type of the Hospital/Facility
District Hospital…………………….… …… …………
Medical college Hospital………………… … …………
Any Other Specify)………………………. … …………

Name of the Acceptor ………………………………………………………

Father’s Name ………………………………………………………

Name of Husband/Wife ………………………………………………………

Address
………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………

Contact number (if available) ………………………………………………………

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1. Socio-Demographic Information
Age of the client ……………………………………………………….(in completed years)

Age of Spouse ……………………………………………………….(in completed years)

Illiterate………………......………………………………………………….
Primary…………………………….......…………………………………….
Middle School………………………….....………………………………….
Education
High School…………………………….....………………………………….
Higher Secondary………………………...………………………………….
Graduation & above………………………...……………………………….
Hindu……………………… ……………………………………….………
Muslim…………………………….…………..…………………………….
Religion
Christian…………………………………………………………………….
Any other (specify)………………………………………………………….
SC………………………………………………...…………………………
ST…………………………………………………...……………………….
Caste
OBC…………………………………..……………...………………………
Others……………………………………………..…………………………
Occupation ………………………………………………………………………………
Married……………………………………………….....…………………..
Marital Status
Divorced/Widowed/Separated…………………….......…………………….
…………………………………………...…………………………(Total)
Number of Children born …………………………………………...…………………………(Sons)
…………………………………………..………………………(Daughters)
……………………………………………....………………………(Total)
Currently living …………………………………………....…………………………(Sons)
…………………………………………....……………………(Daughters)
Age of the Youngest Child …………………………………………...… ………… ………… …………

2. A. Menstrual History (For Female Acceptors)

Cycle days ……………………………......………………………………
Length …………………………….....………………………………
Regular……………………....……………………………….
Regularity
Irregular…………………...…………………………………
Date of LMP …………………………....…………………………………

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B. Obstetric History (For Female Acceptors)

No: of Spontaneous abortions ………………………………………….......……………………………
No: of Induced abortions ……………………………………........………………………………
…Yes……………………………………………………………………….
Currently lactating
No…………………………………………………………………………
Yes………………………………………………………………………….
Amenorrhoeic
No…………………………………………………………………………
Yes…………………………………………………………………………
Whether pregnant No…………………………………………………………………………
If yes (no: of weeks of preg)………..……………………………………

C. Contraceptive History
Have you or your spouse ever used any Yes…………………………………………………………….
contraception? No…………………………………………………………….
None…………………………………………….………………

IUCD…………………………………………….……………..
Are you or your spouse currently using any
Condoms……………………………………….……………….
contraception during the last 6 months?
Oral Pills……………………………………….……………….

Any other Specify)………………………………….………….

D. Medical History
Recent medical Illness Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Previous Surgery Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Allergies to medication Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Bleeding Disorder Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Anemia Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Diabetes Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Jaundice or liver disorder Yes………………………………. No…………………….
RTI/STI/PID Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Convulsive disorder Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Tuberculosis Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Malaria Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Asthma Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Heart Disease Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Hypertension Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Mental Illness Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Sexual Problems Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Prostatitis Yes………………………………. No…………………….

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D. Medical History
Epididymitis Yes………………………………. No…………………….
H/O Blood Transfusion Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Gynecological problems Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Currently on medication (if yes specify) Yes………………………………. No…………………….
Comments…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Physical Examination
BP…………………………………….Pulse…………………………………..Temperature……………..………

Lungs Normal………………….…. Abnormal……………………

Heart Normal………………….…. Abnormal……………………
Abdomen Normal…………………….…. Abnormal……………………

3. Local Examination
Female Sterilization
External Genitalia Normal………………….…. Abnormal……………………
PV Examination Normal………………….…. Abnormal……………………
PS Examination Normal………………….…. Abnormal……………………
Uterus Position Normal………………….…. Abnormal……………………
Uterus size Normal………………….…. Abnormal……………………
Uterus Mobility Normal………………….…. Abnormal……………………
Cervical Erosion Normal………………….…. Abnormal……………………
Adnexa Normal………………….…. Abnormal……………………

Comments…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

4. Laboratory Investigations
Hemoglobin level ………………………………………………………….Gms%
Urine: Albumin Yes………………………….1 No………………………….2
Urine- Sugar Present……………………1 Absent………………………2
……………………………………………………………………
Any Other (specify) …………………………………………………………………….
…………………………………………………………………….

Name and Signature of the Examining Doctor

TO BE FILLED BY OPERATING SURGEON

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5. Check List Before Conducting Surgery

Client is within eligible age Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
Client is ever married Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
Client has at least one child more than one year old Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
Lab investigations (Hb, urine) undertaken are Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
within normal limits
Medical status as per clinical observation is Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
within normal limits
Mental status as per clinical observation is Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
normal
Local examination done is normal Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
Informed consent given by the client Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
Explained to the client that consent form has Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
authority as legal document
Abdominal / pelvic examination has been done Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
in the female and is WNL
Infection prevention practices as per laid down Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
standards

6. Pre Operative Preparation

Fasting Yes………………………………. No……………….…………
Passed Urine Yes……………………………. No………………….…………
……………………………………………………………………

Any other (specify) ……………………………………………………………………

……………………………………………………………………

7. Anaesthesia/Analgesia
Local only………………………………………………………..
Local & analgesia………………………………………………..
Type of anaesthesia given *General, no intubation…………………………………………
*General, intubation……………………………………………
*Any other (specify)………………………………………………
Time ………………………………………………..…………………..

Drug Name ………………………………………………..………………….

Dosage ………………………………………………..………………….

Route ………………………………………………..…………………..

*Signature of Anaesthetist in case of Regional or General Anaesthesia

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8. Surgical Approach
Female Sterilization

Lignocaine … …………………………………………………%
Local Anaesthesia
Other………………………………………………………………
24 hrs. –7 days postpartum……………………………………..
Interval (42 days or more after delivery or abortion)
With abortion, induced or spontaneous
Timing of Procedure
Less than 12 weeks… ………………………….….……….……
More than 12 weeks … ………………………………………….
Any Other (specify)………………………………………………..
Minilap… ……………….….………………….……………………
With C section…………….….……………….……………………
Technique With other Surgery…………………….….……….………………
Laproscopy
SPL / DPL ……………………….….……….……………………
Modified Pomerory
Laproscopy:
Method of Occlusion of Fallopian Tubes
Ring……………………………………………………………….
Clip…………………………………………………………………

Details of Gas Insufflation Pneumoperitonium

Yes………………………………. No……………………………..
created (CO2/ Air)

Insufflator used Yes………………………………. No……………………………..

……………………………………………………………………
Specify details of Complications and
……………………………………………………………………
Management
……………………………………………………………………

Name and Signature of the Operating Surgeon

Date……………………………………………

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9. Vital Signs: Monitoring Chart (For Female Sterilization)

Comments
Event Time Sedation* Pulse BP Resp. Rate Bleeding
(Treatment)

Pre-operative
(every 15
min. after pre
medication)

Intra-operative
(continuous)

Post Operative
1. Every 15 min 15 (min)
for first hour
& longer if the
patient is not 30 (min)
stable/awake
2. Every 1 hour 45 (min)
till 4 hrs. of
surgery
1 (hr)

2(hrs)

3 (hrs)

4(hrs)

*Sedation : 0-Alert 1-Drowsy 2-Sleeping/arousable 3-Not arousable

Name and Signature of Attending Staff Nurse

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10. Post Operative Information

Passed Urine Yes……………………………. No……………….…………

Abdominal Distension Yes……………………………. No……………….…………

Patient feeling well Yes……………………………. No……………….…………

………………………………………..…………………………..
If no, please specify ………………………………………..…………………………..
………………………………………..…………………………..

11. Instructions on Discharge

Male Sterilization client observed for half an

Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
hour after surgery

Female Sterilization client observed for four

Yes……………………………. No……………….…………
hours after surger

Post operative instructions given verbally Yes……………………………. No……………….…………

Written post operative instructions given Yes……………………………. No……………….…………

Patient counseled for post operative instructions Yes……………………………. No……………….…………

……………………………………………………………………..
Comments ……………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………

Name and Signature of Discharging Doctor

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Post Operative Instruction Card

Name & Type of the Hospital/Facility …………………………….……………….………………

Name of the Acceptor …………………………….……………….………………

Father’s Name …………………………….……………….………………

Husband’s Name …………………………….……………….………………

………………………………………………………………
Address

………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………

Contact Number (if available)

………………………………………………………………

…………………./………../……..(DMY)
Date of Operation

MINILAP / POST PARTUM / LAPROSCOPIC ( SP / DP)

TYPE OF OPERATION

Post Operative Instructions

1. Please come for follow up-
After 48 hours for check up

• On 7th day for stitch removal

• After one month or after first menstrual period whichever is earlier.
• In emergency as and when required

2. Medication as prescribed:

3. Return home and rest for the remaining day.

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4. Resume only light work after 48 hours and gradually return to full activity by two weeks following
surgery.

5. Resume a normal diet as soon as possible.

6. Keep the incision area clean and dry. Do not disturb or open the dressing.

7. Bathe after 24 hours following the surgery. If the dressing becomes wet, it should be changed so
that the incision area is kept dry until the stitches are removed.

8. In the case of interval sterilization the client may have intercourse one week after surgery, or
whenever she feels comfortable.

7. Report to the doctor or clinic if there is excessive pain, fainting, fever, bleeding or pus discharge
from the incision, not passed urine, not passed flatus and feels bloating of abdomen.

10. Contact health personnel or doctor in case of any doubt.

11. Return to the clinic, if there is any missed period/suspected pregnancy.

Follow-Up Report
Complications
Follow-up Time after surgery Date of follow up Action taken
if any
1st 48 hrs

2nd 7th day

3rd 1 month after
surgery or after
the first menstrual
period, whichever is
earlier
Emergency

Comment……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Name, Designation and Signature of the person filling up the report

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Annexure - 6

Processing Surgical Gloves

The risk in reusing surgical gloves is that processed gloves contain more invisible tears than new ones and
therefore provide less protection to the wearer. Sterilisation (autoclaving) and HLD (steaming or boiling)
of gloves, when correctly performed, can provide a high quality product. In addition, double-gloving
for high-risk procedures can be done. Therefore, processing surgical gloves constitutes an appropriate
reuse of disposable items.

How to Decontaminate and Clean Surgical Gloves Before Sterilisation Or High-Level

Disinfection (Hld)
STEP 1: Before removing soiled gloves, immerse hands briefly in a container filled with 0.5% chlorine
solution (or other locally available disinfectant).

STEP 2: Remove gloves by turning inside out and soak in the chlorine solution for 10 minutes.
(Performing Steps 1 and 2 insures that both surfaces of the gloves are decontaminated.)

STEP 3: Wash gloves in soapy water, cleaning inside and out.

STEP 4: Rinse gloves in clean water until no soap or detergent remains. (Residual soap or detergent
can interfere with subsequent sterilisation or HLD).

STEP 5: Test gloves for holes by inflating them by hand and holding them under water. (Air bubbles
will appear if there are holes).

STEP 6: Gently dry gloves inside and out before proceeding with sterilisation or HLD. (Gloves which
remain wet for long periods of time will absorb water and become tacky.)

Note: Gloves should be discarded after processing three times because invisible tears may occur with
additional processing (Bagg, Jenkins and Barker 1990; Martin et al 1988).

How to Sterilise Surgical Gloves

After decontamination, cleaning and drying, gloves must be packaged prior to sterilising by autoclaving.
First, fold the cuffs of the gloves out towards the palm so that they can be put on easily and without
contamination after sterilisation. Next, put gauze or paper inside each glove and under the fold of the
cuff and wrap the gloves as shown in Figure F-1. (Do not tie tightly or wrap glove packs with rubber
bands.) Finally, place them in a wire basket on their sides to allow optimum steam penetration. (If gloves
are stacked in piles, penetration of steam under the cuffs may be poor.) Autoclave at 121oC (250oF) for
30 minutes and at a pressure of 106 kPa (15 lb/in2).

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Figure F-1. Preparing Gloves for Autoclaving (steam sterilisation)

Remember: Higher temperatures and pressures are destructive to gloves.

Immediately after autoclaving, gloves are extremely fragile and tear easily. Gloves should not be used
for 24 to 48 hours to allow the elasticity to be restored and to prevent tackiness (stickiness).

Tips to Help Avoid Glove Problems

PROBLEM: TACKY OR STICKY GLOVES
Probable Cause Recommended Solution
Residual liquid soap or detergent Reduce amount of liquid soap or detergent used when
washing gloves.
Rinse gloves at least three times in clean water.
Heated to high temperature for too long Use 30 minutes sterilising time at 121oC (250oF) and remove
gloves from steriliser as soon as cycle is completed.

Gloves sterilised with other goods Sterilise gloves separately.

Gloves not allowed to dry completely after Wear ‘wet’ within 30 minutes or allow to dry for 4 to 6 hours
steaming before using.
Poor powdering Use absorbable glove powder and follow manufacturer’s
instructions to insure a film of powder on all surfaces.
Surfaces of gloves touching each other Gauze or paper wicks should be inserted between the palm
and back of hand of each glove and between the hand of the
glove and the turned-back cuff. This allows steam to contact
all surfaces during sterilisation and prevents surfaces from
adhering to each other.
Breakdown (deterioration) of rubber (latex) Store in a dry, cool area.
(Rubber gloves deteriorate while stored even Do not store in direct sunlight.
though they have not been used. They become
soft, sticky and unusable.)
PROBLEM: EXCESSIVE TEARING OR RUPTURING
Gloves used too soon following sterilisation Do not use gloves for 24 to 48 hours after sterilisation. This
allows gloves to regain their elasticity before use.

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How to High-Level Disinfect Surgical Gloves by Boiling

Although boiling effectively high-level disinfects gloves, it is difficult to dry them without contaminating
them. Therefore, boiling surgical gloves should be done only if the gloves are to be used immediately
(i.e., worn ‘wet’ after they have been allowed to cool).

After surgical gloves have been decontaminated and thoroughly washed they are ready for HLD.

STEP 1: Place gloves in a bag made of plastic or nylon netting.

STEP 2: Place a weight in the bag so that all gloves and the bag will be at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) below
the surface of the water.

STEP 3: Close lid over pan and bring water to a full, rolling boil. (When water only simmers, very little
steam is formed and the temperature at the water’s surface may never get high enough to
kill micro-organisms.)

Remember: Be sure there is sufficient water in the pan to cover items for the entire 20 minutes of
boiling.

STEP 4: Reduce heat so that water continues to boil at a rolling boil. (When water boils too violently,
it evaporates quickly and wastes fuel.)

STEP 5: When rolling boil begins, start timer or note time on clock and record in HLD log. (No objects
or water should be added after timing starts.)

STEP 6: Boil gloves for 20 minutes.

STEP 7: After boiling for 20 minutes, remove bag of gloves with high-level disinfected, dry forceps.
(Never leave boiled objects in water which has stopped boiling. As the water cools and steam
condenses, air and dust particles are drawn down into the container and may contaminate
the gloves [Perkins 1983].)

STEP 8: Allow excess water to drip off gloves (shake the bag gently). Place the bag in a high-level
disinfected container, cover and allow to cool (about 5 to 10 minutes) before using.

STEP 9: Wear high-level disinfected gloves to untie the bag. Remove gloves from the container using a
high-level disinfected forceps. Gloves which are worn ‘wet’ may be weakened and less stretchy
(elastic). Therefore, put on ‘wet’ gloves very carefully.

STEP 10: Gloves remaining in the bag at the end of the clinic session should be reprocessed. (They will
not dry completely inside and outside.)

Note: After boiling, gloves should be used within 30 minutes, if possible. After this time, the fingers
of the gloves stick together and the gloves are hard to put on despite being damp.

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Annexure - 7

Decontaminating and Cleaning Instruments,

Hypodermic Needles, Syringes and Linens

How to Decontaminate and Clean Surgical (Metal) Instruments

Decontamination
STEP 1: After use, immerse all soiled instruments in a plastic container filled with 0.5% chlorine solution
or other locally available disinfectant for at least 10 minutes. (This step is necessary to help
prevent transmission of HBV or HIV/AIDS to clinic staff.)

STEP 2: If the instruments and other items cannot be washed immediately, rinse the objects with water
and towel dry to minimize possible corrosion (rusting) due to chlorine.

Cleaning

Remember: Wear utility gloves, eyewear and mask. Do not use hot water because it coagulates
protein, making blood and body fluids hard to remove.

STEP 3: Scrub instruments under water to prevent splashing of infectious materials. Use a soft brush
and liquid soap or detergent and water (be sure to clean the teeth, joints and screws, an old
toothbrush works well).

STEP 4: Rinse again with clean water until no soap or detergent remains. (Soap or detergent can interfere
with the action of some chemical disinfectants).

STEP 5: Dry by air or with a clean towel. (Water from wet instruments will dilute chemicals used for
HLD, making them ineffective.) Drying is not necessary for instruments which are to be boiled.

STEP 6: Proceed with sterilisation (if available) or HLD by steaming, boiling or soaking in a chemical
disinfectant.

How to Decontaminate, Clean and Dispose of Needles and Syringes

The use, and especially the disposal of both needles and syringes, however, creates logistical and infection
prevention problems. For example, a clinic or health care facility using disposable needles and syringes
must ensure that adequate supplies are available at all times. Without a continuous supply of needles
and syringes, services for surgical contraceptive methods, as well as other activities, will be disrupted.

An even larger problem is how to safely dispose of used needles and syringes if they cannot be burned
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health care facilities and hospitals. These used needles and syringes constitute an increasing health risk,
especially to children and adults seeking items to play with, sell or use.

Instructions
When available and affordable, disposable (plastic) sterile syringes and needles are recommended for
all client care and surgical procedures. If disposable are being used, it is important to:

• Maintain adequate supplies.

• Discard needles and syringes in a puncture-proof container immediately after use.
• Dispose of these containers after they are three-quarters full by burning or burying them.
Reusable Syringes and Needles

STEP 1: Do not recap needle or disassemble needle or syringe.

STEP 2: Immediately after use, draw a small amount of 0.5% chlorine solution into the syringe through
the needle.

STEP 3: Decontaminate assembled needle and syringe by placing in a 0.5% chlorine solution for 10
minutes.

STEP 4: Wearing utility gloves, remove from decontamination solution and push out (flush) solution
from assembled needle and syringe.

STEP 5: Take needle and syringe apart and clean with soapy water. (Be sure to clean hub area of the
needle.) Insert stylet or needle wire through hub of needle to be sure it is not blocked.

STEP 6: Put syringe and needle back together. Rinse at least three times by filling with clean water
and pushing out (flushing) water into another container so as not to contaminate the rinse
water.

STEP 7: Detach needle from syringe.

STEP 8: Examine needle and syringe for:

• bent needle tip or other damage,

• needle hub fit to syringe, and
• readable syringe markers (lines indicating volume, cc or ml).
STEP 9: Dispose of damaged needles in a puncture-proof container. When container is three quarters
full, seal and either burn or bury.

STEP 10: Sterilise or high-level disinfect by boiling for 20 minutes.

Recapping Needles
If needles must be recapped, use the ‘one-handed’ recap method:

• First, place cap on a hard, flat surface, then remove hand.

• Next, with one hand, hold syringe and use needle to ‘scoop up’ cap.

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• Finally, when cap covers needle completely, hold cap at base with other hand and secure cap on
needle hub.

How to Clean Linen and Surgical Drapes

All linen items used in the direct care of a client must be thoroughly washed in water with liquid soap
or detergent before reuse. Decontamination prior to washing is not necessary.

STEP 1: At the end of the surgical procedure, and while still wearing gloves, lift and remove the surgical
drape and carefully place in a container or plastic bag.

STEP 2: Wash the entire item in water with liquid soap or detergent to remove all contamination, even
if invisible.

Remember: Never just wash blood soaked or wet areas of linen.

STEP 3: Rinse with clean water.

STEP 4: Completely air or machine dry before further processing. (Air dry in direct sunlight, if possible,
keeping the fabric off the ground, away from dust and moisture).

STEP 5: After linens are totally dry, they should be checked for holes and very threadbare areas. If
these are present, the item must be discarded or repaired before reuse. (If there are any holes
or many repaired areas, the item should not be used as a drape. It can be cut into pieces to
be used as cleaning rags).

Note: If surgical drapes or surgical gowns are to be sterilised, do not iron. (Ironing dries out the
material making autoclaving more difficult).

If a clean drape is acceptable, the air-dried drape can be ironed before placing it on a shelf or in a
container for storage. A clean drape should be used for procedures when sterile drape is not necessary
(e.g., Norplant implants insertion and removal).

Clean gowns and drapes should be stored in a clean, dry space which is mold-, dust- and insect-free,
preferably in a closed cabinet and not near areas that are frequently mopped or near sinks. (Air should
circulate between the items in the storage area and the supply should be rotated).

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Annexure - 8

Management of Emergencies

• Think A, B, C, D. - A: Assess/airways, B: breathing, C: circulation, D: drugs

• Get help from other staff, immediately call doctor, stay with patient
• Always keep Emergency kit, drugs and equipment available

Observation -
Reason - What is the cause Action - What to do
What you see
(1) Fainting Vaso - vagal reaction 1. Assess: Airway-
-Loss of consciousness Caused by severe pain or fear - Lie client down
-Vital signs present Rule out other reasons for 2. Breathing-
-Lungs clear and loss of consciousness such as -Assess lungs
responsive cardiac arrest or blood loss.
3. Circulation-
-Take vital signs
-Asses for blood loss and treat*
4. Drugs:
-If fainting continues give
Atropine 0.4 mg. IM.

(2) Unconscious Seizures caused by 1. Assess: Airway-

with twitching -Seizure disorder - Maintain airways. Lie on side and /or turn
and involuntary head to side – clear mouth of vomitus
movements -Drug induces
-Do not restrain but clear areas to prevent
any injury
2. Breathing-
-Give oxygen by mask , keep ready an Ambu
bag
3. Circulation-
-Start IV and if seizure continues for more
then few minutes
4. Drugs:
-If last for more then 4 minutes, give
Diazepam 5 mgs IV slowly. May repeat every
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Observation -
Reason - What is the cause Action - What to do
What you see
(6) -Pale, clammy Shock - due to: 1. Assess: Airway-
-Cyanosis -Blood loss - Lie client down, raise legs, 6-12 inches
-Anxiety -Cardiac or respiratory -Reassure
-Restlessness difficulty 2. Breathing-
-Unconsciousness -Give oxygen by mask, ready Ambu Bag
(late sign) 3. Circulation-
-Start IV and give 1-2 liters RL or NS IV fluids
quickly ( each liter in 15 minutes)
-Monitor vital signs
-Asses for blood loss and treat*
(4) Very slow Respiration -Over sedation from 1. Assess: Airway-
(<8 per minute) opiates such as pethidine / -Talk with client, stimulate
-Drowsy pentozocine or other drugs
e.g. diazepam 2. Breathing-
-Lethargic -Give oxygen by mask-ready Ambu bag,
Or
-Cyanotic (bluish Assess lungs, if wheezing and stridor, follow
discoloration of lips -Anaphylaxis / severe asthma anaphylactic guidelines
and nail beds) -Severe blood loss 3. Circulation-
-Less responsive to -Assess for blood loss and manage*
stimuli
-Take vital signs
-Start IV
4. Drugs:
In case of respiratory depression due to
opiates give Naloxone 0.4mgs. SC / IM/
IV and may repeat every 2 minutes to
maximum of 10 mgs.
(4) Fast Respirations: Hyperventilation due to fear/ Assess: Airway-
(>25 per minute) anxiety -Reassure, talk with patient, comfort breathing
Early stage -Assess lungs – clear airway if there is any
-Anxiety, Fear obstruction

-Lungs clear -See anaphylaxis below

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Observation -
Reason - What is the cause Action - What to do
What you see
Advanced stage Allergy – early signs of rash 1. Assess Airway
-Hives, rash and hives 2. Breathing-
-Skin itching Or -Give oxygen by mask - ready Ambu bag
-Anxiety Anaphylaxis or severe -Assess lungs - wheezing, constriction and
bronchospasm, including strider, shallow fast respiration
-Fast shallow respiration symptoms of respiratory
-Wheezing distress 3. Circulation-

-Strider -Start IV fluids , observe vital signs

-Weakness 4. Drugs:

-Cyanosis 1. If early signs give Pheneramine - 25 mgs

and observe. If symptoms worsen go to
#2.
2. Give Adrenaline 1:1000, 0.5 ml SC/IM. May
repeat adrenaline every 10 minutes for a
maximum of 3 doses. Give Pheneramine 25
mgs IM/IV and observe. If symptoms worsen
3. Give Dexamathasone 0.8mgs IM/IV or
hydrocortisone 200 mgs IM/IV
(6) No respirations and Cardiac or respiratory arrest 1. Assess: Airway-
No heart beat - Position head: head tilt-chin thrust
-No pulse or very -Insert oral ways
weak pulse
2. Breathing-
-No breathing
-Resuscitate with Ambu bag
-Unable to obtain BP
-If connector available, attach Ambu bag to
-Cyanotic oxygen.
-Unresponsive 3. Circulation-
-Take carotid pulse
-If no pulse, start chest compressions
-Start IV and run in 1-2 liters RL or NS quickly
4. Drugs:
-Atropine 1 mg. IV. May repeat upto 3 mgs
total
-Adrenaline 1:1000 – 0.5 ml. diluted in 10-20
ml of IV fluid. Repeat adrenaline after 5
minutes.

* Stop bleeding with pressure and/or prepare to assist physician with surgical intervention to
stop bleeding i.e. laparotomy. Give 1-2 liters of Normal Saline or RingerLactate IV solution quickly
( I liter over 15-20 minutes)in order to increase blood volume and prevent hemorrhagic shock.

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Drugs and Supplies

Every clinic / facility should be equipped with basic drugs and supplies and certain drugs and supplies for
dealing with an emergency. Because emergency drugs are not used routinely it is easy to be overlooked
or out of stock or out of date (expired date).

An emergency kit should be developed for all sites. This kit should contain all the essential drugs and
supplies so that it can be quickly taken to the site where emergency has occurred (Pre procedure Room,
post procedure room, resting room etc) Oxygen cylinders should be on stand with wheel or easily
movable. Every one at the facility should know the location of the emergency kit and other equipment
and these should never be kept locked.

Emergency drugs and equipments should be checked daily. The senior member of staff should take
the responsibility for the task. S/he should ensure that:

• The required drugs and supplies as per standard list are present.
• The drugs are not expired.
• Sterile items are periodically reprocessed and returned to the kit.
• Equipments are kept clean and in good working order.
• Used or broken items are replaced and
• Battery operated items are working.

Check the following are available / working:

• Oxygen is available and working
• Standby oxygen cylinder available
• Make sure that the oxygen cylinder key is with cylinder.
• Ensure that the suction machine and Ambu bag is available and working
• Ensure that emergency/anaphylaxis medicine tray is available.

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Overview of the revised Compensation Scheme

A. High Focus States

Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Chattisgarh, Uttrakhand, Orissa, Jammu
& Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Nagaland,
Tripura, Sikkim.

1. Public Facilities
Drugs & Surgeons’ Anesthetist Staff OT Camp Total
Procedure Acceptor Motivator Refreshments
Dressings Charges Charges Nurse Technician Management (in Rs.)

Vasectomy
1100 200 50 100 15 15 10 10 1500
(ALL)

Tubectomy
600 150 100 75 25 15 15 10 10 1000
(All)

2. Accredited Private/NGO Facilities

Procedure Facility Motivator Total (in Rs.)

Vasectomy (ALL) 1300 200 1500

Tubectomy (All) 1350 150 1500

B. Non-High Focus State

Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, Punjab, Haryana, West Bengal,
Delhi, Chandigarh, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep and Minicoy Islands, Dadra
and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu.

1. Public Facilities
Procedure Accep- Motivator Drugs & Surgeons’ Anes- Staff OT Technician Refresh- Camp Total
tor Dress- Charges thetist Nurse ments Management (in Rs.)
ings Charges
Vasectomy
1100 200 50 100 - 15 15 10 10 1500
(ALL)
Tubectomy
(BPL/SC/ST 600 150 100 75 25 15 15 10 10 1000
only)

Tubectomy
250 150 100 75 25 15 15 10 10 650
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Family Planning Insurance Scheme

Limit of Indemnity
Claims Arising out of Sterilization Operation Amount

A Death at hospital/within seven days of discharge Rs. 2,00,000/-

B Death due to sterilization (8th –30th day from the date of discharge) Rs. 50,000/-

C Expenses for treatment of Medical Complications Rs. 25,000/-

D Failure of Sterilization Rs. 30,000/-

Doctors/Facilities covered for litigations up to 4 cases per year including

D Rs. 2,00,000/-
defence cost

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List of Experts

1. Prof. Suneeta Mittal 11. Dr. Ratna Biswas 21. Dr. Loveleen Johri
Head of Dept. Gynaecologist, Sr. Rep. Advisor
Obst. & Gynae, LML Hospital, USAID, American Embassy
AIIMS, New Delhi New Delhi Chankyapuri
2. Dr. K. Kalaivani 12. Dr. Jyoti Vajpayee 22. Dr. K. D. Sandhya Rani
Professor, Senior Technical Adviser, Govt. Mat. Hospital,
RBM, NIHFW, PSI, Sultanbazar,
New Delhi New Delhi Osmania Medical College,
3. Dr. S. Menon 13. Dr. Saswathi Sinha Hyderabad, AP
Professor, RBM Director, 23. Dr. Alok Banerjee
Asst. Nodal officer (RCH II) Medical Services Training Parivar Seva Sansthan
NIHFW Munirka, Delhi PSI, New Delhi B. 804-Parijat Apartments,
4. Dr. Sudha Salhan 14. Dr. Pritha Biswas Sector-4, Dwaraka, New Delhi
HOD, O&G, Medical Specialist, 24. Dr. Puneeta Mahajan
Safdarjung Hospital, PSI, Specialist (OBG),
New Delhi New Delhi. Sanjay Gandhi Memorial
5. Dr. Sunita Singal 15. Dr. Kiran Srivastava Hospital, New Delhi
CMO (NFSG), Dv. CHO, 25. Dr. Kiran Ambwani
Dept of Obst & Gynae Siddhartha Nagar, Uttar DC (FP), MOHFW,
VMMC of Safdarjung Pradesh New Delhi
Hospital, New Delhi 16. Dr. Sunanda Gupta 26. Dr. Keerti Malaviya
6. Dr. G. Shailaja NPO, AC, FP Div, MOHFW,
HOD,O&G, Maternal Health, Nirman Bhavan, New Delhi
Osmania Medical College, WHO, New Delhi Ph.: 23061089
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 17. Dr. Bulbul Sood 27. Dr. Sikdar S. K.
7. Dr. B. P. Singh Country AC, FP Div, Room. No. 452
Country Director, Director, A Wing MOHFW, Nirman
Engender Health, JHPIEGO Bhavan, New Delhi
New Delhi 18. Dr. Jeffrey Smith 28. Dr. Jaya Lalmohan
8. Dr.V. Rajasekharan Nair Technical Director, Senior Consultant,
Prof& Head, Dept of O&G, Asia Region, FP Div. MOHFW, Nirman
SUT Medical College, JHPIEGO., India Bhavan, New Delhi
Trivandrum, Kerala 19. Dr. Girija 29. Dr. Sudhir Maknikar
9. Dr. Nayara Shakeel Senior Gynaecologist, Consultant,
Joint, Dr. (RCH), DGFW, General Hospital. NIHFW,
Jagat Narain Road, Ernakulam, Kerala New Delhi
Lucknow Uttar Pradesh 20. Dr. Dinesh Agarwal 30. Dr. Amrita Kansal
10. Dr. Jasvinde Kaur Technical Advisor, Consultant, FP Division
Anaesthetist, RH UNFPA 53, MOHFW,
RML Hospital, Jorbagh, New Delhi New Delhi
New Delhi agarwal@unfpa.org

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