A systematic review evaluating the effects of vasectomy on male and female sexual function and satisfaction.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Vasectomy is currently the most effective option for male contraception. Although it is considered a relatively low-risk procedure, many questions arise amongst patients and their partners regarding potential sexual side effects. There is currently no cohesive piece of literature that addresses the effects of vasectomy on sexual function. This review summarizes the literature evaluating sexual function and satisfaction in males and females post-vasectomy.

Methods

A systematic review was performed in January 2024 with the assistance of a reference librarian, utilizing keywords relevant to sexual function and satisfaction. This search yielded 556 records. Exclusions for relevance and publication date yielded twenty records. The results were utilized to determine sex

SUBMITTER: Helm M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12779440 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature