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Vasectomy reversal in Nepal.

S Thapa1, T M Vaidya

  • 1Family Health International, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.

Journal of Biosocial Science
|October 1, 1990
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Many men seek vasectomy reversal due to child loss, particularly after their last child was very young. This highlights the need for better screening of vasectomy candidates to reduce reversal demand.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Urology
  • Demography

Background:

  • Vasectomy is a common form of male sterilization.
  • Vasectomy reversal is sought for various reasons, including reproductive desires after sterilization.
  • Understanding motivations for reversal is crucial for family planning services.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the reasons and timing for vasectomy reversal among men in Nepal.
  • To identify demographic factors associated with vasectomy reversal.
  • To inform screening practices for vasectomy acceptors.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of data from 157 men who underwent vasectomy reversal.
  • Data collected on reasons for reversal, time since vasectomy, and demographics.
Keywords:
AsiaDeveloping CountriesFamily PlanningMale SterilizationNepalReversible SterilizationSouthern AsiaSterilization, SexualVasectomy

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  • Statistical analysis of patient characteristics and motivations.

    • Main Results:

    • The primary reasons for vasectomy reversal were the death of a male child (50%) and a female child (25%).
    • Remarriage accounted for only 10% of reversal requests.
    • Men seeking reversal due to a male child's death were younger, often with the child under 2 years old at the time of vasectomy.

    Conclusions:

    • Child loss is a significant driver for vasectomy reversal in this population.
    • Younger age and very young last child at vasectomy are associated with reversal due to child loss.
    • Improved screening of vasectomy candidates may reduce the demand for reversal procedures.