UP-062-c05 Andrology & genital multiple
Vasectomy
Early technical failure or late recanalisation
Persistent or renewed vas continuity can result in sperm in semen and unintended pregnancy.
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Interactive 3D The operation this complication belongs to: Vasectomy Interactive vasectomy (no-scalpel) Open the 3D animation 01 Variation coverage
Which versions of the operation this applies to
All variants
The parent hub contains 3 recorded variations.
The labels above prevent a complication from being implied for an approach where it is not relevant.
02 Evidence
Sources
European Association of Urology EAU Guidelines on Sexual and Reproductive Health
Penile prosthesis, Peyronie disease, priapism and reproductive surgery.
Accessed 2026-08-03 · opens source British Association of Urological Surgeons Patient information leaflets by procedureUK patient-facing procedure, alternatives, recovery and complication framing.
Accessed 2026-08-03 · opens source03 Same procedure