Vasectomy Reversals

Vasectomy Reversals

Vasectomy Reversal Vasectomy Reversal Cost Questions For Your Doctor Questions About The Procedure	What is a vasectomy? What is a vasectomy reversal? Why do men get a vasectomy reversal? How many men get a vasectomy reversal? Can any vasectomy be reversed? How successful is a vasectomy reversal? Why is a microsurgical vasectomy reversal better than a laser vasectomy reversal? Is a vasectomy reversal covered by health insurance? How safe is a vasectomy reversal? What is a vasoepididymostomy? What is a vasovasostomy? How do I select a vasectomy reversal surgeon? How do I select a vasectomy reversal center? Will my vasectomy reversal be successful if my vasectomy was performed years ago? Does the way my vasectomy was performed affect my chances for a successful vasectomy reversal? Can a successful vasectomy reversal be predicted before having surgery? Do redo and redo-redo vasectomy reversals work? How long does it take before the vasectomy reversal can be deemed successful? Are there any tests that need to be completed before vasectomy reversal microsurgery? Does my wife need to undergo any tests before I have my vasectomy reversal? What type of anesthesia is used during surgery? Will I be able to go home the day of the surgery? How long does a vasectomy reversal take? Where are the incisions made? Are there any complications that can occur? Will I have a lot of pain after my vasectomy reversal? How soon will I be able to have sex after my vasectomy reversal? How long does it take for sperm to reappear? Will my sperm count remain steady after my vasectomy reversal? When is pregnancy typically achieved after a vasectomy reversal? What are some options if my vasectomy reversal is not successful? What does a vasectomy reversal cost? Where is the vasectomy reversal procedure performed? Is it a good idea to freeze sperm at the time of a vasectomy reversal? Why do I need a specialist to perform my vasectomy reversal? What is a vasectomy? A vasectomy is a surgical sterilization for men. The procedure takes approximately twenty minutes. Medication is used during the procedure so no pain is felt by the patient. During the vasectomy, the vas deferens are cut and a small piece is removed, with the ends being closed off. One or two incisions are required during the vasectomy. The patient will need to take it easy for about a week. It takes about two months for the vasectomy to take effect. After a post vasectomy semen analysis is performed, and no sperm are seen, the vasectomy is considered a success. Men will continue to have about the same amount of semen after the vasectomy but no sperm will be present. What is a vasectomy reversal? A vasectomy reversal reconnects the vas deferens that were cut during the vasectomy procedure. If there are no complications during the vasectomy reversal, the procedure typically takes between two and three hours to complete. The patient will need to take it easy for a couple of weeks after surgery. A semen analysis can be performed in the future to see if sperm have reappeared in the semen. If they have, the vasectomy reversal will be considered a success. Why do men get a vasectomy reversal? Men usually want to get a vasectomy reversal if they want to have more children or if they want to feel as they did before the vasectomy procedure. A second marriage can prompt a vasectomy reversal, as can post vasectomy pain syndrome. How many men get a vasectomy reversal? Approximately thirty thousand men have a vasectomy reversal in the United States each year. Can any vasectomy be reversed? Just about any vasectomy can be reversed successfully. During a vasectomy, metal clips, permanent suture, or cautery are used. All these methods can be reversed by a skilled microsurgeon. How successful is a vasectomy reversal? Vasectomy reversal success will depend on a number of factors. The number of years between the vasectomy and the reversal is one factor. The less time between the vasectomy and reversal, the higher the chance for a successful vasectomy reversal. Another factor is the skill of the surgeon performing the procedure. The vasectomy reversal microsurgeon needs to perform the procedure on a regular basis and with high success rates. Why is a microsurgical vasectomy reversal better than a laser vasectomy reversal? A microsurgical vasectomy reversal is better than a laser vasectomy reversal because it provides the best chance for a successful reversal. A laser vasectomy reversal utilizes a laser. It actually destroys tissue and can cause blood vessel injury. A microsurgical vasectomy reversal utilizes a microscope and sutures. Is a vasectomy reversal covered by health insurance? It is unlikely that a vasectomy reversal is covered by health insurance. It is a good idea to check with your health insurance provider. How safe is a vasectomy reversal? A vasectomy reversal is considered a safe procedure. It is surgery, so complications are possible. The surgery is delicate and requires an experienced microsurgeon for the best chances of success. What is a vasoepididymostomy? A vasoepididymostomy is a vasectomy reversal procedure that connects the vas deferens directly to the epididymis. An end of the vas deferens is stitched directly to the epididymis. A vasoepididymostomy is performed if a vasovasostomy is unachievable. What is a vasovasostomy? A vasovasostomy is a vasectomy reversal procedure that reconnects the cut ends of the vas deferens. It is the operation most frequently performed during a vasectomy reversal. If there is excessive inflammation or scarring, there may be a blockage. If there is a blockage in the epididymis, a vasoepididymostomy is performed. How do I select a vasectomy reversal surgeon?