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Vasectomy in the United States, 1991 and 1995

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  • Magnani, R.J.
  • Haws, J.M.
  • Morgan, G.T.
  • Gargiullo, P.M.
  • Pollack, A.E.
  • Koonin, L.M.

Abstract

Objectives. This study sought to assess whether the controversy surrounding publications linking vasectomy and prostate cancer has had an effect on vasectomy acceptance and practice in the United States. Methods. National probability surveys of urology, general surgery and family practices were undertaken in 1992 and 1996. Results. Estimates of the total number of vasectomies performed, population rate, and proportion of practices performing vasectomy were not significantly different in 1991 and 1995. Conclusions. This study provides no solid evidence that the recent controversy over prostate cancer has influenced vasectomy acceptance or practice in the United States. However, the use of vasectomy appears to have leveled off in the 1990s.

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  • Magnani, R.J. & Haws, J.M. & Morgan, G.T. & Gargiullo, P.M. & Pollack, A.E. & Koonin, L.M., 1999. "Vasectomy in the United States, 1991 and 1995," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 89(1), pages 92-94.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:1999:89:1:92-94_2
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