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Sidhom K, Bal DS, Ramjiawan R, Patel P. The landscape of male contraception A narrative review. Can Urol Assoc J 2024; 18:353-359. [PMID: 38896482 DOI: 10.5489/cuaj.8728] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/21/2024]
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Reproductive medicine has made significant advancements over the last 70 years, much of it in the way of female contraception. Reliable male contraception continues to be restricted to condoms and vasectomy. The purpose of this narrative review is to provide an overview of the contemporary usage of male contraceptive methods, including ethical and political standpoints, as well as to summarize current and future studies being done on male hormonal and non-hormonal contraceptive options.
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- Karim Sidhom
- Section of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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- Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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- Section of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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- Section of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
- Men's Health Clinic Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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Tzelves L, Talyshinskii A, Nedbal C, Mykoniatis I, Beisland C, Roth I, Tsaturyan A, de Coninck V, Keller EX, Somani BK, Juliebø-Jones P. Patient perspectives on vasectomy: findings from a TikTok® content analysis. Int J Impot Res 2024:10.1038/s41443-024-00931-5. [PMID: 38877106 DOI: 10.1038/s41443-024-00931-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2024] [Revised: 05/31/2024] [Accepted: 06/06/2024] [Indexed: 06/16/2024]
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Social media is increasingly used as a platform for patients to explore health care information. Our objective was to study the content on TikTok® in order to gain insight into the perspectives shared by the public on vasectomy. A search was performed using the hashtag ´#vasectomy´ on 12.20.2023 and the top 100 video posts from persons self-identifying as patients were included. Using an adaptation of a previously published system, a framework was created for organising and categorising the data related to vasectomy. Domains covered included reason for vasectomy, complications, vasectomy as a controversial topic in society and reference to the 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson ruling. Most content originated from the United States (85.0%) and the median number of views per video was 261 200 (interquartile range (IQR) 8416-1 800 000). In 12.0% of posts, the individual clearly stated that they were under 30 years of age. Two of the commonest topics to be addressed in the videos were recovery (41.0%) and pain (40.0%). 30.0% discussed the reason for undergoing vasectomy. Reasons included women's rights (12%), safety over tubal ligation (5.0%) and desire to be childless (4.0%). 9.0% referred to the Dobbs v. Jackson ruling. Complications were discussed in 19.0% including vasectomy failure (12.0%). 23.0% contained factually incorrect medical information. 31.0% of videos included the user voicing that vasectomy was considered to be a controversial subject. More than half of the videos (61.0%) were positive regarding the vasectomy process. Our findings reveal that vasectomy receives very high engagement on social media. This study confirms that patients do use it to share their experiences, both positive and negative. Misconceptions regarding this contraception method are common among the public and the urological community should work to address this.
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- Lazaros Tzelves
- Department of Urology, Sismanogleio Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Urology and Andrology, Astana Medical University, Astana, Kazakhstan
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- Department of Urology, University Hospital Southampton, Southampton, UK
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- Department of Urology Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Urology Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Urology Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Urology, Erebouni Medical Center, Yerevan, Armenia
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- Department of Urology, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Urology University Hospital Southampton, Southampton, UK
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- Department of Urology Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway.
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway.
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Henderson H, Soares Xavier HA, da Silva M, da Silva AM, Mendonca SA, de Araújo RM, Vaughan C, Bohren MA. 'If we take the engine out, how will the car go?': beliefs, understanding and access to vasectomy services in Timor-Leste. CULTURE, HEALTH & SEXUALITY 2024:1-17. [PMID: 38634414 DOI: 10.1080/13691058.2024.2341847] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2023] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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Vasectomy is a safe, highly effective and affordable method of permanent contraception, and one of the few currently available contraceptive methods for men. Despite this, vasectomy uptake remains overall low, making up just 2% of the global contraceptive method mix. To better understand access to vasectomy in a country with negligible uptake, we conducted participatory and operational research in the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste (Timor-Leste). We held 14 participatory group discussions with 175 community participants (84 men, 91 women; aged 18-72) across seven municipalities (Ainaro, Baucau, Bobonaro, Dili, Lautem, Manufahi, and Oecusse), and individual in-depth interviews with 24 healthcare providers (16 women, 8 men; aged 25-56 years). Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. Community awareness and understanding about vasectomy were limited, with concerns expressed about physical and social side effects. Healthcare providers had limited experience and knowledge about vasectomy, and about male sexual and reproductive health more generally. However, our findings also indicate a small but existing demand for vasectomy services that could be grown and better met through health systems strengthening initiatives. Insights from our research have informed programmatic decision-making in Timor-Leste and can be further used to inform national health policy and practice.
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- Helen Henderson
- Marie Stopes Timor-Leste, Rua Belarmino Lobo, Bidau Lecidere, Dili, Timor-Leste
- Gender and Women's Health Unit, Nossal Institute for Global Health, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Carlton, VIC, Australia
- MSI Asia Pacific, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Marie Stopes Timor-Leste, Rua Belarmino Lobo, Bidau Lecidere, Dili, Timor-Leste
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- Gender and Women's Health Unit, Nossal Institute for Global Health, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Carlton, VIC, Australia
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- Gender and Women's Health Unit, Nossal Institute for Global Health, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Carlton, VIC, Australia
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Sharma SK, Patil G, Ghunkikar P, Rathod PG, Dhumal K. Unraveling Factors Shaping the Acceptance and Non-acceptance of Non-scalpel Vasectomy in Rural Central India: A Cross-Sectional Study. Cureus 2024; 16:e53311. [PMID: 38435918 PMCID: PMC10906778 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.53311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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Background India, with a population exceeding 1.43 billion, faces significant demographic challenges, necessitating effective family planning measures. Non-scalpel vasectomy (NSV) is a less complex and cost-effective male contraceptive, yet its acceptance remains low, especially compared to female sterilization. Understanding the determinants of NSV acceptance is crucial for informed decisions on family planning methods. Methods This cross-sectional study investigated NSV acceptance among males who underwent non-scalpel vasectomy (acceptors of NSV) and spouses of women who underwent tubectomy (non-acceptors of NSV). The study was conducted among 116 NSV acceptors and 116 non-acceptors from rural Central India. Data were collected over six months, employing a pre-designed questionnaire covering socio-demographic details, reasons for acceptance/non-acceptance, and information sources for the same. Statistical analysis was done utilizing Epi Info 7.2.6 (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], Atlanta, GA), employing descriptive statistics and tests of association. Results Significant associations were found between NSV acceptance (p<0.05) and the age and education of study subjects, age of wife, duration since marriage, and total number of children. Incentives also played a significant role (p=0.014). Opposition to NSV, mainly from wives, was a key factor for non-acceptance (38%). Reasons for acceptance included a previous cesarean section (40.52%), the simplicity of the NSV procedure (26.72%), and the wife's illness (23.28%). Non-acceptance reasons comprised family/friend opposition (38%), lack of awareness/ignorance (25.00%), and fear of surgery (23.28%). Study subjects perceived community reluctance to NSV as mainly due to misbeliefs (30.17%), fear of surgery (27.58%), and illiteracy (26.29%). Conclusion The study highlights socio-demographic factors influencing NSV acceptance and identifies key reasons for acceptance/non-acceptance. Community-based interventions, increased advertisement, and health provider counseling were suggested for enhancing acceptance. Despite challenges, participant satisfaction with NSV was high. These findings contribute to understanding the complex dynamics surrounding NSV acceptance in rural Central India, informing future family planning strategies.
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- Sarita K Sharma
- Community Medicine, Government Medical College (GMC) Nagpur, Nagpur, IND
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- Leprosy, Maharashtra Public Health Services, Yavatmal, IND
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- Community Medicine, Bharti Vidyapeeth Medical College and Hospital, Sangli, IND
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- Community Medicine, Government Medical College (GMC) Nagpur, Nagpur, IND
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- Community Medicine, Government Medical College (GMC) Nagpur, Nagpur, IND
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Nickels L, Yan W. Nonhormonal Male Contraceptive Development-Strategies for Progress. Pharmacol Rev 2023; 76:37-48. [PMID: 38101934 PMCID: PMC10759220 DOI: 10.1124/pharmrev.122.000787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2022] [Revised: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023] Open
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Despite the widely demonstrated public health benefits of contraception, limited contraceptive options are available for men, placing both the contraceptive burden and opportunity solely on women. This review outlines the need for an increased focus on male contraceptive development and highlights several related topics, including the perspectives of women and men on male contraceptives, historical challenges, and reasons behind the persistent delays in male contraceptive development. It also discusses the importance of serendipitous observations in drug discovery and the limitations of depleting sperm or spermatogenic cells as a contraceptive approach. It further provides an overview of ongoing research and development on novel methods, with a goal to offer insights into the multifaceted aspects of nonhormonal male contraceptive development, addressing its implications for the health of men and women. SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENT: Despite well over half a century of effort in developing male contraceptives, there are no approved male contraceptive drugs on the market. This review aims to present strategies for progress in nonhormonal male contraception based on lessons learned from history, with the hope of expediting development and bringing a male contraceptive drug closer to reality.
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- Logan Nickels
- Male Contraceptive Initiative, Durham, North Carolina (L.N.); The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, California (W.Y.); and Department of Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California (W.Y.)
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- Male Contraceptive Initiative, Durham, North Carolina (L.N.); The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, California (W.Y.); and Department of Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California (W.Y.)
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Labrecque M. Regarding "Down but Not Out: Vasectomy Is Faring Poorly Almost Everywhere-We Can Do Better to Make It a True Method Option". GLOBAL HEALTH, SCIENCE AND PRACTICE 2023; 11:e2300163. [PMID: 37640483 PMCID: PMC10461699 DOI: 10.9745/ghsp-d-23-00163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 06/20/2023] [Indexed: 08/31/2023]
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Jacobstein R, Radloff S, Khan F, Mimno K, Pal M, Snell J, Stafford R, Touré C, Tripathi V. Authors' Response to Letter on "Down but Not Out: Vasectomy Is Faring Poorly Almost Everywhere-We Can Do Better to Make It a True Method Option". GLOBAL HEALTH, SCIENCE AND PRACTICE 2023; 11:e2300240. [PMID: 37640490 PMCID: PMC10461709 DOI: 10.9745/ghsp-d-23-00240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/20/2023] [Indexed: 08/31/2023]
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- The Bill & Melinda Gates Institute for Population and Reproductive Health, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- MOMENTUM Safe Surgery in Family Planning and Obstetrics, EngenderHealth, Washington, DC, USA
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- MOMENTUM Safe Surgery in Family Planning and Obstetrics, IntraHealth International, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- MOMENTUM Safe Surgery in Family Planning and Obstetrics, EngenderHealth, New Delhi, India
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- MOMENTUM Safe Surgery in Family Planning and Obstetrics, IntraHealth International, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- MOMENTUM Safe Surgery in Family Planning and Obstetrics, EngenderHealth, Washington, DC, USA
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- MOMENTUM Safe Surgery in Family Planning and Obstetrics, IntraHealth International, Bamako, Mali
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- MOMENTUM Safe Surgery in Family Planning and Obstetrics, EngenderHealth, Washington, DC, USA
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