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Sterilization
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Male
Sterilization (Vasectomy)
| How
it works |
Blocking the tube which carries the egg to the uterus either by cutting and tying or by applying cautery, clips or silastic rings. |
| PEARL
-Index |
0.1
- 0.15 |
| Average Cost | Varies depending on physician and location. There are also costs for sperm counts and other lab procedures. |
| Protects
against STD's |
No |
| How
to use it |
After
a local
anesthetic is given, the doctor surgically cuts the vas deferens, or
tube that carries the sperm, and than ties it off; places an occlusive
clip on it; or cauterizes it. |
| Advantages |
One
time decision.
Doesn't interfere with erection. No known side effects. Doesn't interfere with spontaneity. |
| Disadvantages |
Permanent.
Surgical
procedure required. Some discomfort at the time of procedure. Less than
1 % of women get rejoining of the tube ands. Only should be chosen
if absolutely sure no more children or no children are wanted. |
| You need to call a health care provider immediately if: | Any
of the post
operative symptoms given you by the surgeon; redness, swelling or pain
of the scrotum; bleeding from the small incision or puncture site: or
your partner misses a period. Although pregnancy is extremly rare, it
can occur. |
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