No-Scalpel Vasectomy in Effingham, Illinois (IL)

Sharp instruments near your groin might make you apprehensive, so if you’re seeking a vasectomy but are uncomfortable with incisions down there, the no-scalpel method is the best solution.

How a no-scalpel vasectomy is performed

The no-scalpel vasectomy is performed under local anesthesia on an outpatient-basis. Your surgeon touches the scrotum to feel for the vas deferens (the tubes that transport sperm) and holds them in place. Your surgeon then injects a local anesthetic using a tiny needle to completely numb the site. A small hole is opened on the scrotum with sharp forceps, then stretched out so your vas deferens can be pulled through. Your vas deferens is then severed, cauterized and closed with two titanium clips.

Recovery after surgery

Like a traditional vasectomy, you will experience some temporary pain, mild discomfort, bruising and swelling after the procedure. You’ll need to use ice packs for the first 36 hours to minimize swelling. Recovery time  is typically five days, and you’ll need to avoid strenuous physical activity.  You may resume work after two days (unless your job involves heavy lifting).

You will need to refrain from sexual activity until you are completely healed. Also, you will not be sterile right away, so you will need to use secondary forms of birth control until your doctor verifies that your sperm count is zero.

Costs

No-scalpel vasectomies are generally covered by insurance. Your total out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, doctor visit co-pays and co-insurance. For those without insurance, you’ll need to talk to your doctor concerning costs.


About David W. McNichols, MD, FACS

Clinic Locations

Salem, IL
Vandalia, IL
Shelbyville, IL

Professional Affiliations

Fellow of American College of Surgeons
American Urological Association
South Central Section, American Urological Association
Texas Urologic Society
Corpus Christi Surgical Society
American Medical Association
Nucces County Medical Society, Vice President - 1991 Medserve Board of Directors 1989-1999
Illinois State Urologic Society
Effingham County Medical Society

Hospital Affilations

St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital, Effingham, IL
Fayette County Hospital, Vandalia, IL
Shelby Memorial Hospital, Shelbyville, IL
Salem Township Hospital, Salem IL

Medical Licenses

State of Illinois - 2000
state of Texas - 1974
State of Minnesota - 1975
National Board of Medical Examiners - 1975

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