How much does a no-scalpel vasectomy cost?
Without insurance, depending on your geographical location and the facility you choose to use, a no-scalpel vasectomy will typically cost between $500 to $1,000 (some facilities will bundle all of your visits into one price while others may charge for each individually).
Is a vasectomy covered by MSP in BC?
Vasectomy should be considered a permanent operation. If you change your mind and want a reversal, this can be done with microscopic surgery by a skilled and experienced surgeon. This will usually require general anesthesia in the hospital, and the cost is not covered by our provincial health insurance (MSP).
Can a no-scalpel vasectomy fail?
It is as effective as any other vasectomy procedure. Can no-scalpel vasectomy fail? Yes, just as there is a small chance of failure (less than 1%) with every vasectomy technique. No-scalpel vasectomy is no more or less likely to fail than any other vasectomy procedure.
How long does a no-scalpel vasectomy last?
A no-scalpel vasectomy is an outpatient process that generally takes approximately 20 minutes. First, the surgical site – the scrotum – is numbed using an external numbing agent.
How painful is a no scalpel vasectomy?
No-scalpel vasectomy uses a local anesthetic to numb the area prior to the procedure so you won’t feel any pain. There’s no need for general anesthesia, and after the procedure, you’ll be able to go home after a very brief recovery period.
Do urologists do vasectomies?
A vasectomy is usually performed in the office of urologist, a doctor who specializes in the male urinary tract and reproductive system. In some cases, the urologist may decide to do a vasectomy in an outpatient surgery center or a hospital.
Will I regret a vasectomy?
It is estimated that up to 20% of men may regret their vasectomy procedures. Regret changes with time. Regret can be transient and normal and regret can also be persistent and abnormal.
Can I be sedated for a vasectomy?
A vasectomy can be done either under local anesthesia or conscious sedation (aka “twilight anesthesia”). If performed under local anesthesia, pain medicine will be administered directly to your scrotum to numb the area. You will be awake for the procedure.