Characteristics of men receiving vasectomies in the United States, 1998-1999.

Context: Even though vasectomy is a popular method of contraception in the United States, there is limited information on the characteristics of men choosing vasectomy and why they decide to undergo the procedure.

Methods: A nationwide, practice-based survey of 719 men receiving vasectomies was conducted between July 1998 and June 1999.

Results: Low-income, minority and less educated men were underrepresented among vasectomy recipients.