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Long-term effects of vasectomy on prostatic function in men

V K Naik, U M Joshi, A R Sheth

    Journal of Reproduction and Fertility
    |March 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Vasectomy in men significantly decreases seminal fluid components originating from the prostate gland, indicating reduced prostate secretory function. Acid phosphatase levels remained unchanged post-vasectomy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Andrology
    • Biochemistry

    Background:

    • Vasectomy is a common male sterilization procedure.
    • Seminal plasma composition reflects the function of male reproductive accessory glands, including the prostate.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the impact of vasectomy on seminal plasma constituents of prostatic origin.
    • To assess potential changes in prostate secretory function following vasectomy.

    Main Methods:

    • Measurement of seminal plasma acid phosphatase, maltase, citric acid, prolactin, zinc, and magnesium.
    • Comparison of levels in men 1-8 years post-vasectomy with those in normal fertile men.

    Main Results:

    • Significant decreases in seminal maltase, citric acid, prolactin, zinc, and magnesium were observed after vasectomy.
    • Acid phosphatase levels were not significantly altered by vasectomy.
    • The observed decreases were not progressive over the 1-8 year period.

    Conclusions:

    • Vasectomy appears to reduce the secretory function of the prostate gland in men.
    • Specific prostatic biomarkers in seminal plasma are affected by vasectomy, suggesting a link between the procedure and prostate health.

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