Vasectomy: Risk Management Considerations

Course overview

Vasectomy is the most common urological procedure performed in the US. While the rate of complications is generally low, vasectomy-related malpractice claims appear to be particularly preventable. Starting with the recently reported phenomenon of brosectomy parties, and proceeding to the most common causes of vasectomy claims, this presentation will summarize the highlights of the AUA guideline on vasectomy and conclude with related risk management recommendations.