vasectomy

GPTKB entity

Statements (27)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:medical_procedure
gptkbp:alternativeTo gptkb:tubal_ligation
gptkbp:anesthesia local anesthesia
gptkbp:commonIn developed countries
gptkbp:compatibleWith testosterone production
sexual function
ejaculation volume
gptkbp:complication pain
bleeding
infection
gptkbp:cost varies by country
gptkbp:effect prevents fertilization
prevents sperm from entering semen
gptkbp:firstPerformed late 19th century
gptkbp:involves cutting vas deferens
sealing vas deferens
gptkbp:performedAt gptkb:male
gptkbp:performedBy gptkb:urologist
gptkbp:procedureType outpatient
gptkbp:restored about one week
gptkbp:reversibility sometimes reversible
gptkbp:successRate over 99%
gptkbp:usedFor male sterilization
permanent contraception
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Urology_Department
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label vasectomy