IS VASECTOMY SAFE?
MEDICAL RISKS AND LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
H.J. Roberts, M.D. discusses the
overlooked hazards of elective vasectomy,
especially the delayed immunologic effects in this
oft-requested talk. It can provide valuable and
bias-free information for men considering this
"simple" operation.
Contents
INTRODUCTION
- Why the controversy?
- A "Majority of One": Clinical Origins
- Widespread Disinformation
THE OPERATION
A SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL CONCERN
THE VASECTOMY EPIDEMIC
THE INFORMATION BLACKOUT (VASECTOGATE)
- Major Obstacles Encountered
THE IMMUNE RESPONSE TO VASECTOMY
- Possible Contributory Factors
MEDICAL PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED AFTER VASECTOMY
- Thrombophlebitis
- Pulmonary Embolism (Clots to the Lungs)
- Infections
- Arthritis
- Narcolepsy (Severe Sleepiness)
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Migraine and Related Headaches
- Hypoglycemia
- Allergies and Rashes
- Emotional Disturbances
- Impaired Sexual Function
- Angina Pectoris
- Kidney Stones
- Other Medical Disorders
- Tumors (With Emphasis on Prostate Cancer)
MEDIOLEGAL IMPLICATIONS
ADVICE AND PERSPECTIVES FOR MEN CONSIDERING VASECTOMY |
