Vasectomy and Vasectomy Reversal
A vasectomy is a permanent form of birth control involving the surgical clamping, cutting or sealing of the vas deferens (the
duct through which semen leave the body) from each testicle. As a result, sperm are no longer released during ejaculation.
Although men with vasectomies continue to produce sperm, the sperm are reabsorbed into the body. And because the tubes are
blocked before the seminal vesicles and prostate, men with vasectomies still ejaculate about the same amount of fluid. There
is no effect on sexual climax.
A vasectomy is intended to be a permanent form of birth control. However, a wide range of life events – for example, the death
of a child, divorce and remarriage, or changes in financial status – lead men with vasectomies to seek reversals. Although
vasectomy reversal is an outpatient procedure, it is an extremely complicated surgery requiring great skill and experience
in microsurgery.
Specialized expertise at Jefferson
Jefferson urologists routinely perform vasectomies, as well as the more complex vasectomy reversals. Our team includes fellowship-trained
experts with the microsurgical skills and experience necessary to execute these complex procedures. In fact, one of our surgeons’
efforts in the area of male reproductive rehabilitation led to the first report of fatherhood achieved by a quadriplegic man
in the United States.
In addition to offering topnotch experience and technologies, our urologists are sensitive to the nature of these procedures.
We recognize the importance of addressing your concerns and answering your questions. We also work closely with colleagues
in gynecology to maximize pregnancy outcomes.
Additional information about vasectomy
Additional information about vasectomy reversal
