A _____ involves cutting and tying off the vas deferens so that sperm produced by the testicles can no longer mix with semen in the ejaculate.

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A vasectomy involves cutting and tying off the vas deferens, thereby preventing sperm from mixing with semen during ejaculation. A tubal ligation is a similar procedure for females, but it involves blocking or cutting the Fallopian tubes to prevent eggs from reaching the uterus. Essure PBC is a permanent birth control method that involves placing small metal coils in the Fallopian tubes, causing scar tissue to form and block the tubes. Laparoscopy is a surgical procedure that involves using a small camera and instruments to perform various surgical procedures inside the abdomen. While a vasectomy may sometimes be performed using laparoscopy, it is not the primary purpose of the procedure.

A _____ Involves Cutting and Tying Off the Vas Deferens