No-Needle No-Scalpel Vasectomy

Vasectomy is a simple, inexpensive, and effective form of permanent contraception. One method of getting a vasectomy is through the no-needle no-scalpel vasectomy, which is safer, less invasive, and has fewer complications. Patients experience less trauma, shorter downtime and quick recovery.

Under local anesthesia, A single 2-mm puncture is made in the scrotum, and a small piece of each vas deferens is removed. Scalpels and stitches are not necessary. This procedure is nearly 100 percent effective and does not reduce a man’s sexual drive or interfere with sexual pleasure.

Dr. Shu is a nationally renowned proceduralist who specializes in office procedures. Over the past 10 years, Dr. Shu performed almost hundreds of no-needle no-scalpel vasectomy without any major complications.

How long does the No-Needle No-Scalpel procedure and recovery take?

The procedure itself takes only 20 minutes in the doctor's office, but the entire process including paperwork may take up to 40 minutes. The vasectomy may cause tenderness, discomfort, and swelling the first few days after the procedure, but patients typically return to normal activities within a week.

How effective is a No-Needle No-Scalpel vasectomy?

It is nearly 100% effective. However, until the sample of ejaculation are sperm free, you must use some form of contraception.

Does it work immediately?

No, it may take several weeks before your semen is totally free of sperm. Therefore, couples are advised to use another form of contraceptive until the doctor can confirm that the man's semen no longer contains sperm.

How much does a No-Needle No-Scalpel Vasectomy cost?

It ranges from $700 to $1,000, if your health insurance program covers the cost so there may be little or no cost to you.

What happens to the sperm after the surgery?

Sperm continue to be produced in the testicles after the procedure. The sperm continue to be stored in the epididymis and are eventually dissolved and absorbed by the body.

Will the vasectomy affect my enjoyment of sex?

No. Erections, climaxes, and ejaculations should continue after vasectomy. Normal hormones are still produced. Some men may experience difficulty with erections or ejaculations, but this is usually a psychological problem rather than a surgical complication.

What are the complications of the surgery?

Infections and small blood clots are very rare. A small, tender nodule can develop at the cut end of the vas, and chronic aching in the scrotum can occur, but both go away with time. Most physicians believe that there is no substantial risk of cancer associated with vasectomy.

Is the surgery reversible?

You can choose to reconnect the cut ends of the vas, but it doesn't guarantee restored fertility. Current techniques for reversal are only about 60% effective.