How can a no-scalpel vasectomy be performed? What does it consist of?
It consists of making a cut using forceps that causes the skin to open, separating its fibers, without actually cutting them, unlike the cut that occurs during the procedure with a scalpel.
A single incision is made in the skin through which the vasectomy of the two vas deferens is performed, one in each testicle.
In general, recovery is faster than with traditional vasectomy, since no incisions or stitches are required.
What are the advantages over surgery and are there any complications?
Conventional surgery usually uses two incisions to perform the same procedure, with more tissue manipulation, which may increase the incidence of bleeding and infection.
Can the same technique be applied for other similar types of interventions?
No, it is an exclusive technique for performing vasectomy.
Can vasectomy in general be performed on any man who wants it? Is it inadvisable in some cases?
Vasectomy can be performed on any patient who comes to the Andrology specialist’s office, however the usual age range is 35 to 50 years old and who have already had 1 to 3 children.