General Information
A traditional vasectomy is on an outpatient basis, frequently in the office. The procedure takes about 30 minutes. The patient typically remains clothed from the waist up and lies on his back. The scrotum is numbed with one or more injections of local anesthetic (lidocaine), the vas deferens is gathered under the skin of the scrotum, and a small incision (usually 1 centimeter or less) is made with a scalpel. The vas deferens is then pulled through the incision, cut in two places, and a 1-centimeter segment is removed. Each end of the vas deferens is surgically tied off or clipped, and placed back in the scrotum. The incision is sutured and the procedure is repeated on the other side of the scrotum. Some urologists cauterize the ends of the vas deferens, but others find that cauterization complicates reversal and is unnecessary. The incisions are dressed and most men go home immediately after the procedure.
What Are the Benefits of a No-Scalpel Vasectomy?
When getting a vasectomy, patients want to be able to get back to living their lives as soon as possible. Traditional vasectomy procedures may lead to more discomfort, which can keep you from working or performing daily activities. With a no-scalpel vasectomy at North Georgia Urology Center, patients can feel confident knowing they have a lower risk for postoperative discomfort and infection. You can also enjoy a faster recovery. What’s more, a no-scalpel vasectomy is just as effective as a traditional vasectomy procedure.
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If you’re looking to get a vasectomy in Georgia, be sure to visit the North Georgia Urology Center. We have years of experience providing patients with quality care. To learn more about the no-scalpel vasectomy procedure or to schedule a consultation with one of our doctors, contact the North Georgia Urology Center today. We’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have about the procedure to help put you at ease.
No-Scalpel Vasectomy
In the no-scalpel vasectomy, a surgical clamp is used to hold the vas deferens while a puncture incision (instead of a cut) is made with special forceps. The forceps are opened to stretch the skin, making a small hole through which the vas deferens is lifted out, cut, sutured or cauterized, and put back in place. The puncture incision does not require suturing. Some urologists recommend the no-scalpel method because they find it is quicker and minimizes postoperative discomfort and the risk for bleeding and infection. Recently, as encouraging studies are reported, more vasectomies are being performed using this approach.