Will there be any changes to my erections/orgasm/ejaculate?

• Sperm make up less than 5% of the ejaculate so you won’t notice any change to your volume. A vasectomy won’t affect your erections, sexual performance or sensation.
   

Can a vasectomy be reversed?

• There are procedures that can be done to try and reverse a vasectomy however these are far from 100% successful. If you are having a vasectomy then it should be considered a permanent procedure.
   

When can I go back to work?

• This depends on the physical demands of your work. We usually perform the procedure on Wednesdays so you can return to work on Monday
   

How long until I can have sex or exercise?

• Usually 5-7 days and take it easy when returning to any type of physical activity.
   

How do I know if the vasectomy has worked?

• A semen sample provided 3 months after your vasectomy confirms whether the vasectomy has been successful. Occasionally a second sample may need to be performed if the first is inconclusive.
   

What are the chances of the vasectomy not working?

• Vasectomies are over 99% successful. The failure rate is likely to be less than 0.5%.
   

Are there different types of vasectomy?

• Yes. Currently the gold standard technique is the no-scalpel technique which we perform. The no-scalpel technique has lower complication rates compared to a traditional vasectomy.

• Open-ended vs close-ended vasectomy. This refers to whether the testicular end of the vas is left open. It was assumed that open-ended might result in less post-vasectomy pain however a large study showed that it made no difference. We perform a close-ended vasectomy to minimise failure rates. 
   

Can I have my vasectomy done under sedation?

• We offer a very light sedation for your vasectomy along with the local anaesthetic. If you would like a general anaesthetic then you will need a referral for a urologist.