VASECTOMY

BY:-
NIKITA(250)
INTRODUCTION

 It is a surgical procedure for male sterilization.

 Method of permanent birth control.
 During this, vas deferens are resected and cut ends are
ligated , so as to prevent sperm from entering into
urethra and thus prevent fertilization of female through
sexual intercourse.
HISTORY

 First vasectomy was performed on dog in 1823 by

Cooper from England.
 After a short time , R Harrison of London performed the
first human vasectomy in 1924.
 The first vasectomy program on national scale was
launched in 1954 in India.
 Advantages Disadvantages

 Permanent method of birth  Not immediately effective.

control.  Does not protect against STDs.
 Safer and cheaper procedure
 Requires minor surgery in clinic.
than tubal ligation in women.
 Possible rejoining of vas deferens.
 Allows sexual spontaneity.
 May not be reversible.
 Requires no daily attention(one
time cost).  Short term surgery related
complications ; pain and swelling ;
 Does not affect pleasure.
infection ,etc.
 No partner cooperation needed
 Removal of contraceptive burden
from the woman.
EFFECTIVENESS

Theoretical effectiveness of vasectomy is 100%

But in reality it is only 99.85% effective.
Wait 15-20 ejaculations in order to clear semen
completely.
CASE SELECTION & INDICATIONS

 Family planning
 After prostatectomy , vasectomy is done to prevent retrograde
infection of testis.
 If any partner having health problem that would make pregnancy
unsafe.
 If one or both partner having any genetic disorder.
CONTRAINDICATIONS

 Local infection
 Coagulation disorders
 Inability to palpate and elevate both vas deferens
 Lack of adequate informed consent
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