A vasectomy

What does "A vasectomy" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A vasectomy is a type of surgery that prevents a man from being able to father a child. It involves cutting or blocking two tubes, called the vas deferens, so that sperm can no longer get into the semen. This procedure is usually carried out as a permanent form of male birth control. After a vasectomy, a man can still have sex and ejaculate, but the semen will not contain sperm.

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