Vasectomy Reversal TipsMy Tips on Vasectomy Reversal

A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that offers a permanent solution to birth control. It works by removing all or part of the vas deferens, the tubes that deliver sperm into a man’ s ejaculation, thus making the man infertile. In the U.S. alone, over 500,000 men opt to have a vasectomy each year. Of these men, it’ s estimated that five percent, for whatever reason, want the procedure reversed. For them, the best option is microsurgical vasectomy reversal.

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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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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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Who performs vasectomy reversals?

Urologists are the surgical specialists who most frequently perform vasectomy reversals. Since not everyone focuses on this procedure, make sure to ask your urologist how many he or she has done — and to what level of success. Also, if your urologist recommends a microsurgical approach, you have the right to ask about his or her experience and success rates with this technique especially since this is a technique that requires additional training.

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by Matt Murren

If you are one of those considering Vasectomy reversal surgery, you obviously need to consider the costs before visiting a specialist. Insurance typically will not cover a vasectomy reversal procedure so you are left on your own to cover the expense. In this article, we will outline the costs of vasectomy reversal operations as well as other facts to consider that will impact the total cost of the procedure.

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by Lynn Ochoa

Drs. Marks and Burrows of our International Center for Vasectomy Reversal perform their vasectomy reversal procedures in a dedicated state-of-the-art operating suite. It stands fully equipped and ready with all the necessary microsurgical equipment and supplies for the maximum safety and comfort of their patients.

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by seomul Evans

A vasectomy reversal will cost you many times more than the original procedure. The reversal surgery is conducted with the aim to restore fertility and the price of the procedure will vary depending on the clinic you approach, the state that you live in, the experience of the doctor and the staff in conducting such procedures and your medical condition. Another thing to consider is the fact that unlike the vasectomy surgery, your vasectomy reversal will likely not be covered by the insurance company because the procedure is considered to be elective. However, there are several fertility clinics across the country that voluntarily offer help to patients who would like to get a vasectomy reversal, in the form of easy payment plans.

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by David McFarlane

Financing a Vasectomy Reversal: Low Cost or More Expensive?

Having a vasectomy is a big decision. The choice not to have children was once thought of to be a permanent one. However, today there is a new option available to men who have had a vasectomy who now want to have children. For them, a vasectomy reversal seems to be a viable choice. However, vasectomy reversals can be very expensive and insurance often doesn’t cover the procedure. For many men, financing a vasectomy reversal should be considered.

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by David Done

A vasovasostomy, or a vasectomy reversal, is a complex, precision-oriented microsurgery and it’s not one that should be trusted to just anyone. There are certain attributes that one should look for when making this important, life-changing decision. Here are five things you should consider before choosing a vasectomy reversal doctor.

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by David Done

One of the greatest medical misconceptions is that a vasectomy is a permanent physical alteration. In reality, a vasectomy is reversible. The procedure is a delicate one, but it is possible.

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