Vasectomy

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Sterilization operation for men

Definition
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Surgical ligation with partial resection of the vas deferens on both sides of the scrotum to sterilize the man.

Implementation
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Usually performed under local anesthesia. Access via two small scrotal incisions. Reunion of the severed stumps of the vas deferens is possible.

Complication(s)
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Haematoma and wound infection, autoimmunization through antibody formation against spermatozoa.

Outgoing links (2)

Antibodies; Local anesthesia;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020