Birth Control - Vasectomy
The vasectomy is a permanent form of birth control or sterilization for men. This does not provide any protection from STD/STIs. It takes about 3 months after surgery for it to be a stable birth control.
How Reliable Is It? With perfect use the rate is 99.9% effective. With typical use the rate is 99.85% effective. How Does It Work? There are two main methods used for vasectomy. One is to cut the tube and seal off both ends, either by stitches, heat or clamps. The other is to only seal off the lower end, which allows the top tube to allow sperm to pass into the scrotum. The second one seems to be a favorable method for men, as there is less chance of pain later one from "build up". The sperm is unable to escape the body, and the body will break it down and absorb it. There is usually a little pain, swelling or discomfort after the procedure, but this quickly passes. Unlike tubal ligation, this method is far easier and quicker to do, and usually cheaper. This method does not need general anesthesia. This method is permanent and is usually only performed after the man does not want to have any more kids. It is possible to reverse it, sometimes, but it is very costly. After 2 years you have about a 10% chance of reversal. Even if you get the reversal, it might not be permanent, and there is only a 50% - 70% chance of pregnancy. You must use a secondary form of birth control for the first few months following the procedure, the chance for pregnancy is low but it's better to be safe then sorry.
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