All of the following are true about vasectomy, EXCEPT:

A. Take about 3 months before the sperm stores are used up

B. Sperm granulomas are less common if electrocautery is used

C. Reversal is most successful within 10 years of initial surgery

D. There is a risk of chronic testicular pain

Correct Answer: Sperm granulomas are less common if electrocautery is used

Description: Sperm granulomas are less common if thermal cautery is used rather than electrocautery. Some complications of vasectomy: a) Hematoma and infection b) Sperm Granulomas c) Chronic testicular pain d) Spontaneous recanalisation e) Antisperm antibody formation Ref: Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialities, 8th Edition, Page 305; Shaw's Textbook of Gynaecology, 12th Edition, Page 182

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