Vasectomy is a safe and highly effective method of birth control, with a success rate exceeding 99%. It is a minimally invasive procedure, where the vas deferens, the tubes that carry sperm from the testicles to the urethra, are severed or blocked to prevent sperm from reaching the semen ejaculated during sexual intercourse. This effectively eliminates the possibility of fertilization.
It is a relatively simple outpatient procedure that requires minimal downtime, making it a popular choice for individuals or couples who have decided to stop having children or wish to control their family planning without relying on hormonal contraception or other birth control methods.
A vasectomy does not protect you however, from sexually transmitted diseases. So, depending on your circumstances, condoms may still play a role in your sex life.
Get in contact with us today to learn more about vasectomies and the procedure.
What Happens In A Vasectomy?
Vasectomy generally takes less than 30 minutes. All that needs to be done is to close off the sperm-carrying tubes (vas deferens) in the scrotum. You will be placed under general anaesthetic.
After this simple surgery, sperm produced in the testicles will be unable to travel through these tubes to mix with semen. When you ejaculate, the seminal fluid would gradually be sperm-free.
As a surgical procedure, vasectomy has a low risk of complications or side effects.
Choosing Central QLD Surgical Care For Vasectomy
Vasectomy is a frequently performed procedure at our Mackay surgery. Here, our compassion, understanding and discretion make all the difference.
You will be treated with respect and courtesy by our staff who, aside from being skilled professionals, focus on your holistic wellbeing. We take care of both your concerns and your health.
From planning for your vasectomy to the after-care following successful surgery, we make sure you are comfortable and keep you well-informed throughout the process.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have about vasectomies. We’ll take care of your anxieties about any aspect of the procedure and walk you through it step by step, answering all your questions.
And if you are in the phase of discussing with your partner whether vasectomy is the right option, please feel free to call us. We will be more than happy to provide the information and reference sources to help you with your decision.
We perform the procedure at the Mackay Day Surgery.
