IMPACT OF VASECTOMY ON QUALITY OF LIFE AND SEXUAL FUNCTION OF THE WIVES IN URMIA, IRAN

Vasectomy is one of the most common contraceptive methods used by men.
Couple’s choice and satisfaction with specific contraceptive methods are influenced by any impact of
the method on their quality of life and sexual function. The aim of this study was to determine the
impact of the vasectomy on the quality of life and sexual function of the wives.
Materials & Methods: In an uncontrolled pre-post intervention 86 wives of vasectomized men were
assessed before and six months after vasectomy. World Health Organization`s QOL-BREF
questionnaire was used to investigate health related quality of life, and FSFI questionnaire to
investigate sexual function.
Results: We found a significantly higher score for sexual satisfaction (P=0.008), orgasm and sexual
drive (P=0.003) six months after vasectomy, as well as an improved WHOQOL psychological domain
score (p=0.030). However, the other FSFI subscale scores, and WHOQOL-BREF domain scores were
not significantly different.
Conclusion: We conclude that vasectomy is associated with a significant improvement in sexual
functions of wives.