Vasectomy Reversal TipsMy Tips on Vasectomy Reversal

by Daniel Morris

1.What is a Vasectomy Reversal?

Vasectomy reversal is a microsurgical procedure which restores the flow of sperm through the vas deferens. During the original vasectomy the vas deferens – the tube which carries sperm from the epididymis to the prostate – is cut and clamped. This results in no sperm being present in the semen which is expelled from the penis during ejaculation. A vasectomy reversal involves removing the clamps and stitching the vas deferens together again, (or in a minority of cases actually attaching the vas deferens to the epididymis – a procedure known as a vasoepididymostomy) thereby allowing the flow of sperm once more.

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It’s sensible to take it easy for the next couple of days, but you can drive and go back to work as soon as you feel able.

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by David McFarlane

The Two Types of Vasectomy Reversal

There are two types of vasectomy reversal: vasovasostomy and vasoepididymostomy. Vasovasostomy is when the surgeon sews the cut ends of the vas deferens back together. This is the most common type of vasectomy reversal. Vasoepididymostomy is more complicated, but is performed when there is blockage in the epididymis. It is done by attaching the vas deferens to the epididymis, hence its name.

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by Holly Wilhelm

While a vasectomy procedure is considered permanent, it is medically possible to reverse vasectomies for some individuals. Because the success of a reversal is not guaranteed, an individual must feel sure that his childbearing years are complete when he makes the decision to undergo a vasectomy. During the procedure, a surgeon severs the vas deferens, the tube that delivers sperm into a male’s semen during intercourse.

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Vasectomy reversal is more successful if it’s done fairly soon after the original vasectomy. About eight out of ten men are able to father children when their vasectomy is reversed within five years. The success rate falls as time goes on.

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How and when the original vasectomy was performed can affect the chances of a vasectomy reversal being successful. There is less chance of success if:

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