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Islamset- STERILIZATION (Site not responding. Last check: ) |
 | | As a surgical procedure, sterilization cannot be described per se as religiously permitted or prohibited, for this would depend on the application rather than the operation, The decision to carry out this operation, however, should not be taken lightly, for although technically easy, the religious implications can be very serious. |
 | | When performed for a clear medical indication, sterilization is not only permissible but might be mandatory.If an incurable condition of the mother makes a further pregnancy hazardous to her health or life, then she should be offered the option of sterilization, especially if other contraceptive methods are not acceptable, suitable or reliable. |
 | | The choice of the patient should not be binding to the doctor, and when the young patient with low or no parity opts for sterilization then it is the doctor's right to decline if he or she do not feel that this is in the best interests of the patient. |
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