Vasectomy

What is a Vasectomy?
A Vasectomy is a permanent and irreversible form of contraception. It involves a minor surgical operation which can be performed under local anaesthetic in the majority of cases.

During the operation a small incision is made on the scrotum and the two tubes in which sperms travel are cut and blocked. You will still have a normal amount of ejaculate but it will contain no sperms.

The operation will not affect your ability of having sexual intercourse or your sexual desire. There is a small failure rate associated with the operation which is estimated to be less then 1%. This is due to the fact that the tubes can sometimes spontaneously rejoin. Vasectomy Complications Vasectomy complications are rare and they can include;

• An infection in the scrotum
• Bleeding under the skin which can cause a small collection (hematoma).
• Long term pain

Post Operative Care
After your Vasectomy You should rest for a couple of days after the operation and you should not do any heavy physical work. You will feel sore for a few days but this will be controlled with mild pain killers in most cases. You will also have some bruising and that is completely normal.

It is essential that you use another form of contraception until it is confirmed that there are no more sperms in the ejaculate. We will ask you to provide 2 samples 16 and 18 weeks after your operation for analysis. If both of these are clear of sperm, we will advise you by letter that no further contraception needed. However, sometimes more than 2 samples are needed before we can give you the all clear.


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