Easing Anxiety With The No Needle No Scalpel Vasectomy

By Margaret Fisher


The term vasectomy leaves a bad taste in the mouths of most men. Some simply cringe at the word, especially after the countless stories of a vasectomy gone wrong. It may be a great form of contraception, but the question that remains is does it have to be so evasive. The no needle no scalpel vasectomy are having some men think twice about this method of contraception.

Today, a vasectomy can be deemed to be relatively painless. The whole purpose of the procedure is to severe the tubes known as vas deferens so that they can not deliver sperm any more. This is generally used as a means of contraception. This procedure can usually take about ten minutes. Contrary to belief, the males sexual function is not affected.

Due to its painless and less evasive method, more than 400,000 vasectomies have been performed all over the United States, in comparison to years ago. The procedure itself is much more simpler than a tubal ligation. Usually women use this method to prevents eggs from reaching the uterus. However, vasectomies are much easier to reverse, and is chosen as a reliable method of birth control.

This method has advanced to the point where a needle is not required for administering anesthesia. It is faster and has minimal pain. The healing process is a lot faster as well. The doctors that belong to the Associated Urologists of Orange County are ecstatic about the success on the new technique. Due to the years of experience and dedication, they are astounded at the results.

Learning about the male reproductive system is important when understanding the process of a vasectomy. The testes are where sperm and the hormone testosterone is produced. Its location is in a sac near the bottom of the penis known as the scrotum. The epididymis is a tube in which each testicle is connected. It becomes the storage area of sperm where it is housed until maturity for as long as six weeks.

The vans deferens, which are a pair of small tubes, connect to the epididymis. It is a component of the spermatic cord which is a lump of tissue comprised of nerves and blood vessels. The seminal fluid is then ejaculated from the penis.

This operation is usually considered outpatient, and can be generally done at the office. It only takes about ten minutes to perform. Individuals are encouraged to bring a athletic supporter to support the scrotum and help with swelling. One should also make sure that aspirin or ibuprofen is avoided before surgery so that bleeding is not increased.

The procedure does not require that the individual fully undress, just from the waste up. The urologist then applies an anesthetic to the scrotum without using a needle. Under the skin, the doctor gathers the vas deferens and makes an incision that is small in nature. Remember, the procedure does not require the use of a scalpel. As a result, the vas deferens is grabbed, and pulled through the incision area. It is burned or tied at the ends. A segment that measures about one centimeter is taken out.




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