What is a vasectomy?
During a vasectomy, the vas deferens are surgically interrupted. The procedure is intended as a permanent method of contraception. Whether a vasectomy is personally suitable for you must be clarified in a medical consultation.
Permanent decision
The method should generally be regarded as permanent.
Personal consultation
Questions, alternatives and individual circumstances are discussed before the procedure.
Medical follow-up
The contraceptive effect must be confirmed medically after the procedure.
A personal and permanent decision
The decision to have a vasectomy should be made calmly and with future life plans in mind. A later restoration of fertility cannot be assumed or guaranteed.
What changes after a vasectomy?
After the procedure, sperm cells no longer enter the seminal fluid. The physical changes to expect and when the effect can be medically confirmed are explained during the consultation.
What normally remains unchanged?
A vasectomy does not interfere with the body’s own hormone production. The procedure is not intended to change erections, orgasm or sexual sensation.
The effect is not confirmed immediately
Another method of contraception is still required after the procedure. Only after the intended medical check can it be confirmed whether additional contraception can be discontinued.
Possible risks and limitations
As with any surgical procedure, possible risks and complications exist. The relevant risks, possible symptoms and individual factors that need to be considered are explained medically before the procedure.
Consultation
Arrange a personal consultation
In a personal consultation, you can discuss questions about the decision, the process, possible risks and aftercare.