Vasectomy under local anaesthetic
Vasectomy: a quick, painless and definitive procedure
What is a vasectomy?
Benefits
Why choose a vasectomy under local anaesthetic?
Why choose a vasectomy under local anaesthetic?
✔ S peed of intervention: short procedure (often less than 30 minutes).
✔ Painless during the procedure: local anesthesia means no pain during the procedure
✔ Definitive: permanent, highly reliable method of contraception
✔ Rapid recovery: return home the same day, resume light activities quickly
✔ Fewer side effects than with hormonal methods or the risks associated with general anesthesia
How it works
How is a vasectomy performed under local anaesthetic?
1️⃣ Pre-operative consultation to assess and explain the procedure, check health status (history, contraindications, consent).
2️⃣ On the day of surgery, comfortable installation in a clinic or surgical practice. Cleaning, local antisepsis.
3️⃣ Injection of local anesthetic into the scrotum to numb the area.
4️⃣ Incision or small opening in the scrotum to access the vas deferens.
5️⃣ Section, ligation or cauterization of the vas deferens. Sometimes bilateral exposure is performed, depending on the technique.
6️⃣ Incision closure, immediate post-operative monitoring.
📌 Procedure time: approx. 20-30 minutes
📌 Hospitalization: outpatient (you go home the same day)
Indications
When should a vasectomy be considered?
✔ You’re sure you don’t want any more children or that your family is complete.
✔ You’re looking for a permanent contraceptive method.
✔ You accept the irreversible nature of the vasectomy (very limited, uncertain reversibility).
Contraindications and precautions
- Active local infection, scrotal malformations or surgical history requiring specific evaluation.
- Uncontrolled coagulation disorders.
In some cases, future desire for children (in this case, discuss options such as sperm freezing or vasovasostomy, if possible).
Follow-up and what to expect after surgery
- Moderate pain is possible for the first few days, with the use of simple analgesics.
- Rest, scrotal support recommended, avoidance of physical or intense exertion.
- Avoid sexual relations or ejaculation for a given period (often 1-2 weeks depending on recommendations).
- Sperm check after a few weeks or months to confirm the absence of motile spermatozoa (two successive spermograms are generally required).
Specialist in vasectomy under local anaesthetic
Dr Dominique is a urological surgeon experienced in male contraceptive procedures.
✔ Patient-centered approach: listening, clear explanations, informed decisions
✔ Modern techniques and surgical rigor to limit risks and ensure comfort and efficiency
✔ Commitment to a safe, fast, painless and definitive procedure
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