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Vasectomy - Picture summary

This page gives a brief summary of vasectomy. A page giving more detailed information about vasectomy is also available.
Vasectomy

Some key points

 
  • Vasectomy is permanent - it is very difficult to undo.
  • There is a small failure rate - rarely, the cut ends grow back together (about 1 in 2000).
  • Sex is not affected. Almost all semen is made 'upstream' in the seminal vesicle and prostate.
  • The operation is easier than female sterilisation, and more effective.
  • About 8 weeks after the operation you will need to produce 2 semen tests about 3-6 weeks apart. If these are clear of sperm you will be given the 'all clear'.
  • You will need to use other forms of contraception, such as condoms, until you get the 'all clear'.
 
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