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Female sterilisation regret risk — DFSRH MCQ

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ModerateSterilisationFemale sterilisation regret riskDFSRH

A 27-year-old with two children requests laparoscopic sterilisation during a stressful separation. She is certain today but has not considered LARC. What is the most appropriate management?

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Correct answer: D — Provide non-judgemental counselling including permanence, regret and LARC alternatives

Sterilisation is permanent and regret is more common in younger people and during life stress, so careful non-directive counselling and discussion of LARC alternatives are essential. Age alone should not be used to refuse. Partner consent is not required for an autonomous adult.

Reference: FSRH Male and Female Sterilisation Guidance; GMC Consent Guidance