Open ended vasectomy

 

In this form of vasectomy the testicular end of vas deferens is left open with the intent that sperms would continue to flow out from the testis. The abdominal end of vas is clipped or tied and cauterized as in a standard vasectomy. An additional layer of tissue is interposed between the two cut ends of the vas.

The reported advantages of open ended vasectomy include lower incidence of chronic pain (post-vasectomy pain syndrome) and better chances of successful reversal if needed. The disadvantage open ended vasectomy however is a higher chance of re-canalization compared to a standard vasectomy.

I offer open ended vasectomy to those who request this procedure with the above explanation.