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Vasectomy

Technical Publications and Resources

No-Scalpel Vasectomy Curriculum, 2nd Edition
A comprehensive course designed to train vasectomists and vasectomy assistants who provide no-scalpel vasectomy (NSV). Revised and updated to reflect the latest research findings on NSV, as well as global expert opinion and field experience from many countries, the curriculum emphasizes the information needed to provide safe and effective NSV services and provides for extensive practice time. It is designed to be used by trainers who are skilled, experienced NSV providers and who have previously conducted skills training. (Published with support from The ACQUIRE Project.)
(2007) English. Free. MS-18T: Trainer's Manual, also available as a PDF download; MS-18P: Participant Handbook, also available as a PDF download; MS-18CD: CD-ROM containing Trainer's Manual and Participant Handbook. Scrotal model: MS-07SM. $6. Order these materials.

Note: The book No-Scalpel Vasectomy: An Illustrated Guide for Surgeons, Third Edition (see below) is required for this course. For information about the curriculum and the surgical instruments and model needed to teach this course, contact EngenderHealth's Material Resources team.

No-Scalpel Vasectomy: An Illustrated Guide for Surgeons, Third Edition
An updated version of EngenderHealth's best-selling, easy-to-use reference book for surgeons who are learning the no-scalpel approach for vasectomy. This latest edition incorporates updated content and revised and improved illustrations, including an expanded description of ligation and excision with fascial interposition, the technique that is now regarded as offering the highest effectiveness. The guide is available in print and on CD-ROM; a trainer's resource CD-ROM, containing the full text of the guide, a presentation script, and transparency masters, is also available.
(2003) English. Available as a PDF download, or on CD-ROM: MS-14CD. Free. / Trainer's resource CD-ROM MS-14TRCD. Free. Order the CD.

A Successful National Program for Expanding Vasectomy Services: The Experience of the Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social
Working Paper #8. Describes how the IMSS has become the leading provider of vasectomy services in Latin America. IMSS has simplified services, reduced their cost, and offers vasectomy at the lowest level in the system where it can be safely performed.
(1995) Available only in HTML: English, French.

No-Scalpel Vasectomy
A video (19 mins.) that describes no-scalpel vasectomy; intended for use in clinical training. Produced by the World Health Organization in collaboration with EngenderHealth.
(1994) English MS-08. $36 (PAL, SECAM). Order this publication 

The Introduction of No-Scalpel Vasectomy in the United States (1988-1992)
Working Paper #3. Describes EngenderHealth's training program for doctors in the United States. Discusses informational activities for the media and consumers.
(1993) Available only in HTML: English.

Vasectomy in Kenya: The First Steps
Working Paper #4. Describes the steps EngenderHealth has taken to assess men's interest in and knowledge about vasectomy in Kenya. Includes results of surveys, focus groups, and other research activities.
(1993) Available only in HTML: English, French.