returning to work following vasectomy
Last reviewed 01/2018
| Condition | Recommended return to non-manual work | Recommended return to manual work |
| Prostatectomy - transurethral | 2-4 weeks | 4-8 weeks |
| Radical prostatectomy | 4 weeks | 6 weeks |
| Vasectomy | up to 1 week | 2 weeks |
| Orchidectomy | 2 weeks | 2 weeks |
Notes:
- the information applies to general fitness to work for people below 60 years of age without other significant disability. This information is only a guide to doctors, who will need to consider the individual clinical circumstances when advising patients
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