Vasectomy is safe, simple and effective and is the worldwide recommended family planning method for men who want a permanent solution to their contraceptive needs. Currently there are only two contraceptive options available to men, condoms and vasectomy. Men whose families are complete or who are certain that they do not want children may want to consider having a vasectomy. Any man who has doubts about wanting no more children should not consider this procedure. It is a permanent method of contraception.
Many myths exist about vasectomy.
Some men are afraid that the operation will be complicated and painful. The truth is the operation to seal the sperm-carrying tubes takes about five minutes and can be carried out under local anaesthetic. Men often express fears that a vasectomy will ruin their sex lives but there is no basis to this. The truth is men find their sex lives are unaffected and sometimes even improve because there is no fear of pregnancy. In a recent Marie Stopes International survey over 90 per cent of vasectomy clients said they would encourage other men to opt for this procedure not least because it gives women a break from the burden of contraception.