A woman had a vasectomy performed on her partner 10 weeks ago. They have been relying on the vasectomy for contraception without using any other metho...

Question

A woman had a vasectomy performed on her partner 10 weeks ago. They have been relying on the vasectomy for contraception without using any other method. Is this safe?

Accepted Answer

No, ongoing contraception is required until at least one semen analysis confirms azoospermia, usually at 12 weeks post-procedure

Answer

Yes, vasectomy is immediately effective

Answer

The vasectomy is effective after 8 weeks

Answer

Only one act of unprotected intercourse is needed to clear remaining sperm

Answer

The vasectomy is effective once the surgical site has healed

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): Vasectomy Not Immediately Effective

A woman had a vasectomy performed on her partner 10 weeks ago. They have been relying on the vasectomy for contraception without using any other method. Is this safe?