All of the following are true about vasectomy, EXCEPT:
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
Take about 3 months before the sperm stores are used up
Sperm granulomas are less common if electrocautery is used
Reversal is most successful within 10 years of initial surgery
There is a risk of chronic testicular pain