A vasectomy is an irreversible method of male contraception. Before a vasectomy is performed, there is a consultation with the urologist, who will provide detailed information about the consequences of the procedure.
Male sterilization is actually an irreversible procedure. It is possible to reunite the severed vas deferens by means of a complex microsurgical operation. However, it does not restore fertility in all cases. You should therefore be aware in advance that it is highly unlikely that you will be able to have children of your own after sterilization.
The costs of a vasectomy are not covered by health insurance. We recommend that patients enquire with their health insurance company about possible cost coverage. If you are interested, please contact us for a quote.
The procedure itself is short and is performed under local anesthesia. The vas deferens are exposed via two small incisions in the testicles, cut and the ends closed (non-scalpel vasectomy). The seminal fluid remains unchanged, but no longer contains sperm. The skin is sutured using a self-dissolving suture.
You should take it easy for two days after the procedure and refrain from sex and sport for 10 days.
Otherwise, all physical activities (except cycling or motorcycling) can be resumed from the first day after the vasectomy. You can return to work the day after the operation.
Important: Infertility usually only occurs after around eight to twelve weeks or around 30 ejaculations (seminal effusions), as sperm can still be present in the seminal vesicles and prostate before this. Infertility must be confirmed by an examination of the seminal fluid (spermiogram). Until then, methods of contraception should definitely be used.
After the spermatic ducts have been cut (vasectomy), it is necessary to check that there are no more sperm in the ejaculate. To ensure that the examination is meaningful, it should take place no earlier than three months after the procedure and after at least 25 previous ejaculations.
No, the testicles remain unaffected, the hormone balance remains completely unchanged. The sexual drive, the ability to have an erection and ejaculation remain unchanged.
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University Hospital Zurich
Department of Urology
Frauenklinikstrasse 10
8091 Zurich