ANDROLOGY • London Independent Hospital, London
Vasectomy in London — London Independent Hospital
Medically reviewed by Mr. Harshawardhan Godbole, MS, MCh, FRCS.Ed, DNB(Urol), FRCS(Urol)
Last medically reviewed: 30 April 2026
Last updated: 30 April 2026
Mr. Harshawardhan Godbole offers vasectomy consultations and treatment at London Independent Hospital, London. Stepney, London. Use this page to learn what to expect for vasectomy care at this location, then book a consultation when you're ready.
Vasectomy is a surgical procedure performed for male contraception. It is usually a simple procedure performed under local anaesthetic and as an outpatient basis. It should be considered a permanent solution for contraception and can be undertaken after due counselling and consenting of the individual seeking this.
Are there any untoward effects following a Vasectomy?
- There is no incidence of increased prostate cancer after a vasectomy
- There is no incidence of increased cardiovascular disease after a vasectomy
- There is no incidence of increased chance of erectile dysfunction because of a vasectomy
- Vasectomy is a safe and effective method of male sterilisation
After care
Following instructions will help reduce convalescence after the procedure.
- Must wear tight underpants/ scrotal support for at least 2 weeks post procedure
- Must take medications as prescribed post procedure
- Must use contraception for at least 4 months and submit a semen sample at 3 and 4 months post procedure to make sure there are no sperms seen before discontinuing contraception
- May resume work after 48 hours if at a desk job
Frequently asked questions
Are there any untoward effects following a Vasectomy?
There is no incidence of increased prostate cancer after a vasectomy There is no incidence of increased cardiovascular disease after a vasectomy There is no incidence of increased chance of erectile dysfunction because of a vasectomy Vasectomy is a safe and effective method of male sterilisation
After care
Following instructions will help reduce convalescence after the procedure. Must wear tight underpants/ scrotal support for at least 2 weeks post procedure Must take medications as prescribed post procedure Must use contraception for at least 4 months and submit a semen sample at 3 and 4 months post procedure to make sure there are no sperms seen before discontinuing contraception May resume work after 48 hours if at a desk job

