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Vasectomy: AUA Guideline (2026)
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Guideline Resources
Vasectomy Guideline PDF
Vasectomy Appendices
Vasectomy Occlusion Techniques
Purpose
Vasectomy is a safe, minimally invasive, and effective means of permanent contraception for men. With over 500,000 vasectomies performed annually in the United States, it remains one of the most common outpatient procedures performed by urologists. Vasectomy in men and tubal ligation in women are the most performed procedures used to achieve permanent contraception. As compared to tubal ligation, vasectomy is less invasive, associated with fewer anesthetic and surgical risks, and allows for faster recovering.
Key Takeaways
This Guideline aims to provide a contemporary overview of vasectomy and discusses the following:
- Indications for vasectomy
- Pre-operative counseling and preparation
- Peri-operative considerations
- Procedural techniques
- Risks and complications
- Post-operative care
- Options for future fertility
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