Tubectomy vs. Vasectomy

Tubectomynoun

(surgery) salpingectomy

Vasectomynoun

(surgery) The surgical incision of all or part of the vas deferens as a means of male sterilization.

Vasectomynoun

Resection or excision of the vas deferens.

Vasectomynoun

surgical procedure that removes all or part of the vas deferens (usually as a means of sterilization); is sometimes reversible

Vasectomy

Vasectomy is a surgical procedure for male sterilization or permanent contraception. During the procedure, the male vasa deferentia are cut and tied or sealed so as to prevent sperm from entering into the urethra and thereby prevent fertilization of a female through sexual intercourse.