Vasectomy

Inside the ThirdAge.com Medical Procedures Center you will find the latest news, research and information about the Vasectomy procedure. You can research what it is, the reason it should be done, a description of how it is performed, what future procedures may need to be done based on the results and what complications you should be watching for.

What is Vasectomy?


A vasectomy is a surgery that makes a man unable to make a woman pregnant. This is done by blocking the tubes through which sperm normally pass on their way from the testes to the penis. These tubes are called the vas deferens.


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What Is
Learn what the procedure is. Find out how it is performed.
Reasons For Vasectomy
Reasons For
Find out why and when this procedure should be done.
Vasectomy Complications
Complications
Learn about possible complications and what might increase the risk of them.
Vasectomy Details
What to Expect
Find out how long it will take, what they will be doing and what to expect afterwards.
Vasectomy Results
Results
What are the next steps and other possible tests needed after you have received the results.
When to Contact Doctor about Vasectomy
Call Your Doctor
What to look out for and when to call your doctor after a procedure has been done.

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