New scalpel-free vasectomy method
Urology
Author: Luis WadskierModified date:
What is a vasectomy?
Vasectomy is an ambulatory surgery that is used as a contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy. It is a very simple, fast procedure and with very little probability of presenting any type of complication. It consists of cutting and ligating (suturing) the vas deferens to prevent the passage of sperm. The patient will continue to ejaculate but his semen will not contain sperm, so a pregnancy cannot be achieved.
Is vasectomy painful?
Surgery can be performed under local anesthesia or under sedation. Due to the quick and easy procedure, it is recommended to perform it under local anesthesia.
Placing local anesthesia causes some pain from the used needle and the slightly burning injection drug. Once the anesthesia is in place, there will be no pain during the procedure. With the needleless and scalpel-free technique, there is virtually no pain before or during surgery.
After the procedure you may feel some tension in your groin region but not at the surgery site.
In general, postoperative pain is minimal or non-existent and the patient can quickly return to normal life, work, and exercise.
Is the vasectomy permanent?
Vasectomy can be reversed, but this is not always guaranteed. That is why it must be considered as an irreversible and definitive procedure. Vasectomy MUST NOT BE A TEMPORARY FAMILY PLANNING OPTION.
What is the difference between the traditional vasectomy and the technique without a needle and without a scalpel?
Traditional vasectomy requires the use of a needle to administer local anesthetic and then a scalpel to make the incision where the procedure will be done.
In the technique without a needle and without a scalpel, a special device is used that simulates a pistol that shoots the local anesthetic avoiding the use of the needle and therefore avoiding the patient's pain. Then, a special clamp is used that avoids the use of the scalpel, in turn, avoiding pain to the patient
Does vasectomy lead to disability?
Disability is minimal. About 2-3 days of disability is recommended, although the next day you may work with some discomfort.
For exercise, one week is recommended.
To restart sex life, 5-7 days are recommended.
If I haven't had children and do not wish to have them, can I have a vasectomy?
As previously explained, it should not be considered as a temporary method. If you are sure that you do not want any children now or in the future, you can have a vasectomy. In fact, having a vasectomy is a constitutional right.
What professional is trained to perform a vasectomy?
Vasectomy can only be performed by a urologist, who is the only specialist trained for this procedure.
Can a vasectomy affect ejaculation or sexual performance?
No, the vasectomy does not make any changes. The volume (amount) of ejaculated semen may decrease slightly, but this is almost imperceptible.
What are the benefits of needleless and scalpelless vasectomy?
Needleless and scalpelless vasectomy has the great benefit of avoiding the use of the needle to place anesthesia, which is done with a special device that simulates a gun that shoots the local anesthetic, achieving local anesthesia without pain. By not using a scalpel but a special clamp, a larger incision is avoided, obtaining a smaller scar and avoiding pain for the patient.
Is vasectomy 100% reliable for not having children?
Vasectomy has a probability of recanalization of approximately 1-2%. Recanalization is the process by which the human body heals and restores the vas deferens and the vasectomy is lost. This is why the patient must continue using another contraceptive method for 2 months after surgery, at which time a control spermogram should be performed to be sure that there was no recanalization.