No-scalpel vasectomy (also called keyhole vasectomy or NSV) is a vasectomy procedure variant in which a sharp hemostat is used to puncture the scrotum to access the vas instead of giving an incision as in conventional vasectomy. This offers several benefits, key being no need for surgical sutures to close the skin. Because of the inherent simplicity of the procedure it affords itself to be used in public health programs worldwide.This method is used in over 40 countries for male sterilisation.
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History
No-scalpel vasectomy was developed and first performed in China by Dr. Li Shunqiang with the aim of reducing men's fear related to the incision and increasing vasectomy use in China. In 1985, a team created by Engender Health visited his centre to learn the technique. One of the team members, Dr. Phaitun Gojaseni, introduced the no-scalpel technique in Thailand upon his return, while another member of the team, Dr. Marc Goldstein, introduced the technique to the United States at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Over time, the technique gained popularity and it is now a preferred method of male sterilization in many countries.
History of No Scalpel Vasectomy in India
No scalpel vasectomy was introduced in India in 1998. A team of Indian surgeons lead by Dr RCM Kaza travelled to Chengdu, China to learn the technique under the aegis of Engender Health and UN. They then introduced the procedure in India, under the National Rural Health Mission. The Government of India then proceeded to introduce the procedure in every district of India as an alternative to tubal ligation offered to women.
7 November every year is celebrated as World Vasectomy Day in India.
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Technical Procedure
No Scalpel vasectomy is a day care procedure and the patient is fit to go home the same day.
Eligibility Criteria
No scalpel vasectomy is for all practical purposes irreversible. Thus, it is recommended that the man have a living child before proceeding for the surgery.
Eligibility Criteria in India
The Government of India, stipulates more stringent criteria than just this simple fact.
- Should be ever married
- Should be above 22 years of age and less than 60 years of age
- Should have at least one living child above 1 year of age (to pass the age of infant mortality)
- Should be mentally sound to understand and give consent
- Should not be coerced or under any pressure
Anaesthesia
No scalpel vasectomy is performed under local anaesthesia. Usually Lidocaine 2 percent is infiltrated into the vas and the puncture site on the scrotum. This makes the procedure pain free. Some patients may prefer to receive regional anaesthesia.
Steps
The vas is isolated by three-finger technique on both sides. The ideal entry point for the needle is midway between the top of the testes and the base of the penis. Usually, 100 mg lidocaine (without epinephrine) is injected to create a wheal. Afterwards, a ringed clamp is used to puncture the scrotal skin and elevate the vas deferens. A dissecting forceps is used to spread the tissue, pierce the wall of the vas and deliver it outside. It is then occluded and ligated.
Methods of ligating and occluding vas
Several methods have been described to occlude the vas which include
- Cutting and tying
- Tying only
- Cauterising the cut end
- Harmonic Scalpel
- Injection of Fibrin Glue
The superiority of either method has to be still proven.
Complications
This procedure has less pain, bleeding and infection than conventional vasectomy. NSV can be done in less time and the individual is able to return to sexual activity sooner than traditional vasectomy surgery.
But still complications are known such as
- Bleeding
- Hematoma
- Surgical Site Infection
- Orchalgia
References
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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