Zachary, a 40-year-old man, has four children and does not want any more children. As his wife has medical complications, he decides to undergo sterilization. His doctor makes two incisions in the skin of his scrotum and cuts and ties each vas deferens. Identify the procedure that is illustrated in this scenario.
A) tubal ligation
B) laparoscopy
C) hysterectomy
D) vasectomy

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The procedure described in this scenario is a vasectomy, which involves cutting and tying each vas deferens to prevent sperm from being ejaculated during sexual intercourse. This is a form of male sterilization and is a common procedure for couples who no longer wish to have children. Tubal ligation (A) is a form of female sterilization, which involves blocking or sealing the fallopian tubes to prevent eggs from reaching the uterus. Laparoscopy (B) is a surgical procedure that uses a thin, lighted tube to examine the abdominal cavity and may be used for a variety of purposes, including sterilization. Hysterectomy (C) is the surgical removal of the uterus and is a more invasive procedure than sterilization.

Zachary, a 40-Year-Old Man, Has Four Children and Does Not