No scalpel vasectomy

What is a no-scalpel vasectomy?
Vasectomy is a procedure that produces permanent sterilization for men. A single 2-mm puncture is made in the scrotum, and a small piece of each vas deferens is removed. Scalpels and stitches are not necessary.

What happens to the sperm after the surgery?
Sperm continue to be produced in the testicles after the procedure. The sperm continue to be stored in the epididymis and are eventually dissolved and absorbed by the body.

How successful is this surgery?
The procedure is more than 99% effective. However, until two samples of ejaculation are sperm free, you must use some form of contraception.

Will the vasectomy affect my enjoyment of sex?
No. Erections, climaxes, and ejaculations should continue after vasectomy. Some men may experience difficulty with erections or ejaculations, but this is usually a psychological problem rather than a surgical complication.

What are the complications of the surgery?
Infections and small blood clots are very rare. A small, tender nodule can develop at the cut end of the vas, and chronic aching in the scrotum can occur, but both go away with time. Most physicians believe that there is no substantial risk of cancer associated with vasectomy.

Is the surgery reversible?
You can choose to reconnect the cut ends of the vas, but it doesn't guarantee restored fertility. Current techniques for reversal are only about 60% effective.