PATIENT GUIDE TO VASECTOMY

WHAT IS VASECTOMY?

A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing a tiny segment of the vas deferens, the tube that carries sperm cells from the testicles to the urethra. Before vasectomy, sperm cells are forced from the testicles through the vas deferens into the urethra and out of the penis during ejaculation. After vasectomy, the testicles continue to produce sperm cells that are then absorbed by the body, as they can no longer move through the vas deferens.

HOW IS IT DONE?

Your vasectomy will take place in our office. We will give you a long lasting local anesthetic that will make you comfortable during the procedure. We use a "no scalpel" technique using a laser-like instrument. A single small incision will be made that will require no external stitches.

The procedure takes about 20 minutes and you will be able to drive yourself home afterward.

PRE-OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS

• Shave your scrotal area both front and back with a conventional razor, no electric razors please, in the shower the morning of your vasectomy.
• Wear loose clothing and jockey style underpants.
• If you are unable to make your vasectomy appointment please give us 24 hours notice as this appointment time has been reserved for you.