Definition of a European pre-vasectomy scoring system to identify patients at risk of vasectomy regret.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Vasectomy is a widely used, safe, effective method of permanent contraception and contributes to healthy sexuality.

Aims

We have conducted a 3-step observational clinical study to develop a vasectomy regret risk score and guide patients and clinicians when discussing a vasectomy.

Methods

A 3-step approach has been followed. First, experts involved in male health have proposed risk factors for regret (remorse) after vasectomy, defined by a vasectomy reversal surgery or medically assisted reproduction. The selected factors were evaluated in 1200 patients vasectomized in the last 15 years. Finally, the expert panel has constructed a score for predicting regret after vasectomy.

Results

Fifty-two international experts identified 17 risk factors for vase

SUBMITTER: Degraeve A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11757006 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature