Pro-Vas Permanent Male Contraception Procedure - Vasectomy Alternative
Pro-Vas is the first male contraception option other than condoms or traditional vasectomy that provides affordable birth control for families. The vas-occlusive procedure is similar in technique to a vasectomy, but rather than cutting, suturing or cauterizing the vas deferens, a permanent clip is attached. This creates a more positive overall experience for men and their families.
Pro-Vas is a small unique titanium clip that effectively occludes each vas deferens, stopping the flow of sperm. Men usually notice no change in semen, sex drive, climax sensation or erections.
How does Pro-Vas Work?
Pro-Vas is a male birth control procedure that naturally prevents pregnancy. The simple procedure is performed at Dr. Safir's office in less than 20 minutes. Most men resume their normal activities in less than one day.
The Pro-Vas clip is pre-loaded into an applier that Dr. Safir uses for vas deferens application. The small implantable, permanent clip uses a titanium torsion spring to apply continuous force onto the vas, stopping the flow of sperm and rendering you azoospermatic (no measurable level of sperm).
Post-operative patient instructions and follow-up are similar to a vasectomy. You will be sterile post-procedure after 15-20 ejaculations (a semen analysis should be performed in 2-3 months). During this period you must continue to use another form of birth control.
To view a short video of the Pro-Vas procedure, please click here.
Pro-Vas Overview:
- Virtually reduces post-procedural pain
- Provides a 50% faster procedure
- Decreases potential complications from a traditional vasectomy
- Delivers greater satisfaction
- Is reversible with a standard vasovasostomy procedure
Pro-Vas Benefits:
Choosing almost-permanent birth control is an important decision. You should discuss this decision with those closest to you prior to committing to the Pro-Vas procedure. Once you have explored your options and discussed the procedure in detail with your physician, you can have the Pro-Vas procedure with confidence.
Pro-Vas is right if:
- You are certain you do not want any more children
- You want to stop worrying about unplanned pregnancy
- You want to stop managing temporary birth control methods
- You want more spontaneity in your sexual relationship
Pro-Vas should be delayed if:
- You may want to have children in the future
- You are feeling pressure by someone to have the procedure
- You are going through life changes such as a divorce
- You have serious health problems
For more information on the Pro-Vas procedure, please call us at 1-888-DRSAFIR or click here to fill out our online form.
Southern California Center for Advanced Urology serves greater Los Angeles, California including the areas of Beverly Hills, West Hills, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Ventura, Camarillo, Chatsworth, Simi Valley, Winnetka, Northridge, Tarzana, Porter Ranch, Calabasas, Canoga Park, Reseda, Topanga, Agoura Hills, Woodland Hills, Valencia, Granada Hills, Encino, Van Nuys, Stevenson Ranch, Pacific Palisades, Malibu, Pasadena, Burbank, Moorpark, Mission Hills, Sherman Oaks, Santa Clarita, Sylmar Pacoima, Santa Monica, Venice, Beverly Hills, Beverlywood, Westwood, Brentwood, Studio City and Hollywood.
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