The vas deferens are a pair of tubes that transport sperm. During a vasectomy, the vas deferens are permanently severed. Rather than cutting the tubes, Echo-VR is a polymer gel implanted through a ultrasound-guided procedure known as Vasintomy. Therefore, the male reproductive tract is preserved.
The vas deferens are a pair of tubes that transport sperm. During a vasectomy, the vas deferens are permanently severed. Rather than cutting the tubes, Echo-VR is a polymer gel implanted through a ultrasound-guided procedure known as Vasintomy. Therefore, the male reproductive tract is preserved.
Echo-VR is injected as a solution and forms a sturdy hydrogel within seconds. The procedure does not require incisions, scalpels, or sutures. The gel is inert, but also dynamically-responsive, meaning that it's durable and elastic.
Echo-VR is designed to block sperm from traveling through the vas deferens. Sperm are then naturally degraded and absorbed by the lining of the vas.
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Currently, three-fourths of couples rely on the female partner
for birth control due of lack of appealing options for men.
A new male contraceptive can lead to reproductive equality.
Currently, three-fourths of couples rely on the female partner for birth control due of lack of appealing options for men. A new male contraceptive can lead to reproductive equality.