A vasectomy reversal involves reversing a vasectomy with the goal of enabling the man to be fertile once again. Statistically, five to ten percent of the over 600,000 men in North America who annually undergo a vasectomy, will choose to have theirs' reversed at some time.
Reasons for reversing a vasectomy can include the loss of a child, a new marriage, or just a desire to have more children to complete the family. In rare cases there are medical reasons stemming from continuous discomfort (see post vasectomy pain syndrome), either immediately following or several years after the vasectomy.
In recent years, with the development of better techniques and a larger pool of skilled microsurgeons to perform the reversal, excellent results can be obtained with a high chance of obtaining pregnancy. Vasectomy reversal is generally carried out in hospital as an outpatient procedure using a general
anaesthetic. Success rates vary by individual patient and the surgeon. Two techniques may be employed depending upon the circumstances:
1. Reconnecting the vas deferens (vasovasostomy)
- the preferred connection, or
2. Connecting the vas deferens to the epididymis (vasoepididymostomy)
-when no sperm are identified in the testicular vas deferens.
Keep in mind that ultimately, a vasectomy reversal will be considered successful when a couple achieves becoming pregnant and giving birth. So there are factors in the decision to have a vasectomy reversal that also involve the female partner.
VasectomyMedical.com realizes that you seriously wish to examine the merits of a vasectomy reversal. The content is laid out step by step to
answer your questions, learn all about the process and search for a doctor.
Walking you through the decision making process…
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Terms of Anatomy and Functions
STEP 1: What to Consider
Pre and post operative considerations
What you and your vasectomy reversal doctor will consider and assess.
Success rates and their determinants
Factors to take into account and expected results of a vasovasotomy verses vasoepididymostomy.
Vasectomy reversal cost
Since there is a range of choices and prices, find an option to fit your budget
Alternatives
When a couple should consider alternative reproductive techniques.
STEP 2: About the Procedure
Laboratory testing
Possible vasectomy reversal tests to do beforehand
Types of reconnection
Differentiating between a vasovasotomy and a vasoepididymostomy.
The procedure
About the procedure and determining the vasectomy reversal technique
Recovery
Medications to have on hand and permitted activities following the surgery.
Complications & failure br>
Complications, the diagnosis and failure.
STEP 3: You’ve Decided to Go-Ahead
Choosing physician wisely
What to consider when choosing your vasectomy reversal doctor.
FIND A DOCTOR IN YOUR AREA
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