Marie Stopes International is one of the UK’s most respected names in sexual health. Each year, the nine centres across the UK help over 100,000 men and women with their sexual health needs.
Since the 1970s over 130,000 British men have trusted us to perform their vasectomies (male sterilisation), making Marie Stopes the UK's most experienced vasectomy provider.
Vasectomy
Vasectomy is a safe, simple and permanent method of contraception chosen by millions of men worldwide.
The procedure itself is performed by a highly trained doctor and is
extremely quick and straightforward. It involves sealing the tubes
(called vas deferens) that carry sperm. This stops sperm entering
ejaculated fluid. The vasectomy is carried out under local anaesthetic,
taking about 10 minutes to complete and you will not need any stitches. (Click here to see a diagram of the procedure.)
The Marie Stopes Service
Marie Stopes International offer a comprehensive, confidential service, which includes:
- a fast appointment at one of a network of nine vasectomy centre
- initial consultation
- vasectomy procedure
- all aftercare
- follow-up semen testing – with an online results service
Is vasectomy the right method for me?
There are a number of factors you should consider before deciding
whether vasectomy is the right contraceptive
method for you. To help consider your options or if you have any questions, you can call one of the Marie Stopes vasectomy advisors on 0845 300 0212.
Will vasectomy affect my sex drive?
A vasectomy will not affect a man’s sex drive, as the
procedure does not affect the production of male hormones. Following a
vasectomy a man will continue to enjoy sex, and produce the same amount
of fluid when he ejaculates. The only difference is that the fluid will
no longer contain sperm. In fact, men often find that after vasectomy sex
is more enjoyable, as the worry of using reliable contraception has now been
taken care of!
How effective is vasectomy?
Vasectomy is over 99% effective, so it is
the most reliable forms of male contraception. After a vasectomy you will need to provide
a couple of sperm samples, which you can send by post to check
that the procedure has been successful. You can then get your results
online.. Once your samples, show no
sperm at all you are given the "all clear" and need not use
contraception again.
Remember vasectomy offers no protection against sexually transmitted infections or HIV/AIDS.
How much does it cost?
The current (2008) price of a vasectomy is £400 - see the Marie Stopes
web site for full details and methods of payment.
More information
Contact Marie Stopes International on
0845 300 0212 to speak to an advisor or see the web site for
more information, to download a leaflet or to
book an appointment.
Contact details
Marie Stopes Internattional
1 Conway Street
Fitzroy Square
London W1T 6LP
Tel: 0845 300 0212 (UK callers) or
+44 (0) 845 300 0212 (from outside the UK)
(Marie Stopes operators will be able to tell you the current
availability at each centre and help you find the most convenient
place, date and time for your appointment.)
Email: services@mariestopes.org.uk
Web site:
www.mariestopes.org.ukBook appointments
on-line.
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