The Procedure

Vasectomy is a safe, simple and effective birth control method.

One of the most common and popular means for contraception around the world is vasectomy – a brief, surgical procedure used for male sterilization. It is a popular means of birth control for couples that have decided that their family is complete. It is nearly 100 % effective and is intended to be permanent.

A vasectomy is chosen by over 600,000 American men annually, and as many as 30 million men worldwide. The vasectomy procedure is uncomplicated, is commonly performed in a doctor’s office and usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes.

You can find additional information about vasectomy, no-scalpel vasectomy and related topics at each of the following pages:

• WHO IS THIS FOR? - Who typically would consider having a vasectomy reversal?
• HOW IT'S DONE - What are the basic surgical steps in a reversal procedure?
• RISKS & COMPLICATIONS - What are the general risks and possible complications in the near and long-term?
• ALTERNATIVES - How does a vasectomy reversal compare with alternatives available to a couple?
• ANATOMY & TERMS - Illustration of the male anatomy and a list of terms with helpful definitions.

All about vasectomy.

The simplest and safest vasectomy method is the No-Scalpel Vasectomy (NSV), which, as the name suggests, requires no scalpel, no incisions (only two tiny punctures in the skin) and no sutures. It is performed with a local anesthetic to numb the area. The No-Scalpel Vasectomy is rapidly becoming the procedure of choice among patients and is also favored by many doctors.

Urologists perform most vasectomies, although up to 30 % are performed each year by family practitioners, depending on the location. Costs range from $500 to over $1,000 and is reimbursed by many health insurance programs.

In Summary:

• A vasectomy is a safe, simple and effective procedure.
• It is one of the most common mean for contraception.
• The procedure is over 99 % effective and intended to be permanent.
• The "No-Scalpel Vasectomy" method is popular with patients and doctors.
• It is usually performed in the doctors office in less than 30 minutes.
• Urologists and general practitioners perform vasectomies.
• The cost is low and is often reimbursed by health insurance.

Check out related pages from vasectomy.com…

• Who is This For?
• Anatomy and Terms
• How It's Done
• Risks & Complications
• Alternatives
• After Your Reversal
• How to Locate a Urologist in Your Area
• The Vasectomy Procedure
• The Reversal Procedure

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