What is a vasectomy can explain the doctor. Many patients confuse this concept with general castration. But this is not so. In this case, the man retains both sex glands. The operation is performed exclusively on the vas deferens. This method is used by those patients who for some reason do not want to have children. Also, many doctors recommend it to people who have a variety of genetic abnormalities.
Do not think that this surgical intervention has a back stroke. Many modern clinics offer such a procedure. In fact, recovery of the canal after a vasectomy is impossible in many cases. For this reason, before making a serious decision, a man should seek advice from a specialist. If the decision is approved, then you should carefully study the history of the clinics that offer this procedure. It is also recommended to read reviews from previous patients. Only after this, you can go to a consultation with a surgeon.
The essence of the operation
Vasectomy helps men to eliminate sperm entering the ejaculate. The mixing of the sex cells and secretion takes place in the vas deferens. When excising part of this channel, cells can not enter the liquid. Sterility of the sperm is observed.
This surgical procedure is not similar in its effect to castration. At this type of sterilization, the male sex glands are completely excised in a man. The formation of spermatozoa in them ceases.
The same operation does not involve loss of testicles. The man retains both sex glands, which continue to function normally. Thanks to this, sterilization does not involve a change in the hormonal background of the male. All functions of the genital organs are preserved.
Also, many patients who have gone through a vasectomy claim that they have increased their level of sexual activity. This phenomenon is observed when the level of testosterone in the blood is normalized.
Reasons for surgical sterilization
Many patients come to this decision on their own. There are many reasons for this important step. There are several main factors that can push the patient to a vasectomy:
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Unwillingness to have heirs; - Genetic problems;
- Operation as a contraceptive.
The main reason for seeking surgical sterilization is the unwillingness to have heirs. This reason often occurs in families with many children. This effect is recommended to parents as a contraceptive. Before the operation, the surgeon is obliged to warn the patient about the non-restoration of the vas deferens. If the decision is well thought out and confirmed by all members of the family, the man is given a vasectomy.
A rare cause is the presence of various genetic diseases. In such patients the disease is passed down to the heirs from generation to generation. In this case, the method of interrupting the genetic chain is a vasectomy.
The operation is also offered to those men who are allergic to various contraceptives. But do not resort to this method for young men. If the vasectomy was carried out a long time ago, infertility persists for life.
Preparatory activities of
Before you have a vasectomy, the patient needs to be carefully prepared. For confirmation of health, a number of tests should be submitted and a comprehensive examination should be carried out. Vasectomy is considered a full-fledged surgical intervention. Therefore, the patient must pass on the study of blood and urine. These tests should exclude the patient's inflammation, bacterial infection and other health problems.
It is not recommended to drink alcoholic drinks a few days before the operation. Alcohol-containing beverages cause various disorders in the work of the hematopoietic system and the sex glands. To eliminate the undesirable consequences of surgery, you should stop taking alcohol 5-7 days before the intervention.
The state of the reproductive system should also be taken into account. If there are various deviations in the testes, then no surgical intervention is performed. Vasectomy is possible only after elimination of negative processes.
Before the operation, a complete anamnesis of a person is also studied. The presence of certain chronic diseases can also lead to a refusal to operate the patient. Such diseases include diabetes mellitus, various hormonal disorders and hypertension.
After determining the patient's condition, the doctor prescribes a vasectomy. If a person has contraindications, the operation is canceled.
Characteristics of surgical intervention
This operation is not considered difficult in its conduct. A few hours before the vasectomy, the patient must refuse to eat food and water. This is necessary to avoid complications during surgical treatment. Many doctors conduct a vasectomy under local anesthesia. This allows to minimize the effect of anesthesia on the activity of the central nervous system. Thanks to this, a man easily departs from anesthesia and quickly returns to normal life.
The beginning of the operation is to anesthetize the surgical field. Lidocaine is used for this. The inguinal zone is cured by the drug at several points. Such anesthesia allows the patient to remain conscious throughout the operation. To penetrate to the groin area it is necessary to make a small incision on the lower part of the peritoneum. OH does not exceed more than 2-3 cm in length. Through the muscle fibers the doctor penetrates into the inguinal zone and takes out the vas deferens. These channels have a small size and volume. At a small distance, the ducts are squashed by a clamp. The resulting area is dissected. The ends of the ducts are either bonded or clamped with medical staples. They are made of medical metal. It is not rejected by the body. Also not susceptible to various oxidative reactions. After this manipulation, a cosmetic suture is applied.
Vasectomy usually lasts no more than 20 min. After exposure, the patient must stay in the hospital under the supervision of a doctor for 24 hours. During this time the doctor will determine how the recovery is going on. If the patient does not experience any negative changes, he is discharged home.
Recovery
After a vasectomy, a recovery period must be completed. Since this is a full-fledged operation, the patient is forbidden some of the usual manipulations:
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Increased motor activity; - Sexual contact;
- Drinking alcohol.
Full recovery occurs on the second week after the intervention. At this stage, the patient can return to normal life. But you should pay close attention to contraception.
Sterilization of a man is considered complete one month after exposure. In semen, live sex cells remain. Their complete excretion takes place on 25-30 days. Prior to this, additional protective equipment should be used.
Positive side effects of
Vasectomy is considered to be a simple and effective way to protect against unwanted pregnancy. This operation does not adversely affect the patient's health. Sexual functions are completely preserved.
The plus of the operation is the quick recovery. After exposure, the patient can safely lead a familiar lifestyle.
The negative side of
There are also negative sides. Some men experience pathological processes on the wound surface. Such changes are due to improper care of the postoperative suture.
There is a risk of self-healing of the seminal duct. This phenomenon is observed in a small percentage of operated men.
In this case, the conduction of the vas deferens is restored. The man becomes not sterile. It does not depend on the work of the surgeon. In this case, additional surgical intervention may be necessary.
Vasectomy is an effective method of protecting against unwanted pregnancy. This decision must be taken deliberately. Despite the doctors' assurance that the sexual function can be restored, this is not so. For this reason, you should carefully consider whether sterilization is necessary in this way. If the decision is weighed, then it is necessary to carefully study the clinic and consult with a doctor.
