Vasectomy Reversal TipsMy Tips on Vasectomy Reversal

by Matt Murren

Let me guess, you had a vasectomy and you now wish to have more children. Or perhaps you have re-married and you would like to start a new family with your new spouse. Vasectomy reversal procedures are not a sure bet, but in the hands of a good surgeon you can achieve a 45-60% pregnancy rate. The success rate of your vasectomy reversal depend on several factors which we will be covering in this article.

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by BEN PADNOS

Vasectomy Reversal Statistics

Vasectomy Reversals are opted by 6 -12% of vasectomized males. Successful reversals have been performed on men as far out as 29 to 42 years from their vasectomy. But the general opinion is that the shorter the gap from an earlier Vasectomy, the greater the chances for success.

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Author: Mark Gardner

If you have previously had a vasectomy but now have a desire to father a child, then the encouraging news for you is that the process may well be reversible. We take a look at the vasectomy reversal process and see how likely you are to regain your fertility.

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by BenPadnos

Vasectomy Recanalization means either a Vasovasostomy or a Vasoepididymostomy. It denotes the process of reconnecting vas-to-vas or vas-to-epididymis so that sperm can once again inhabit the seminal fluid, which once ejaculated into the vagina, would impregnate the woman and make her conceive.

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By Gay Redmile

Reversing a Vasectomy can be done! But – it works best for men in good health who are in their forties or younger, and their partner is able to get pregnant. The results are even better if it has been less than 10 years since their original vasectomy and only a small part of the vas deferens was damaged by the previous surgery. A physical examination, tests, and review of the original vasectomy will need to be undergone to determine if the man is a possibility for this reverse vasectomy surgery. Only about 50% of the time will a man’s partner get pregnant after the vasectomy reversal surgery.
It is known that because sperm production continues, sperm debris accumulates in the system after a vasectomy, even though some of the debris is absorbed. The fluid left in the system thickens making it less likely to flow, the longer the interval between vasectomy and reversal. So, the sooner the reversal, the better the result.
Reverse Vasectomy is the most successful when a surgeon uses a microscope to do the surgery. Other factors include microsurgical precision and experience, delicateness and familiarity with the specialist equipment – the equipment and skill of a practised expert team is a major factor together with experience in being able to gently join the vas or epididymis. The reversal operation takes up to one hour each side and is not painful when the individual is awakened from a light general anesthetic. It can be done as an outpatient, but will require several days’ recovery at home. At least two full days quiet rest for initial healing, and refraining from intercourse for 3-4 weeks to allow trauma free healing. Ten weeks after the operation the first sperm count is taken and intercourse to obtain a pregnancy can recommence, as accumulated sperms made under pressure will have been passed.
This microsurgical reversal involves joining of the two ends of the vas (vasovasostomy) or, if epididymal obstruction has occurred, joining the vas to a section of the epididymis in which sperm are found (vasoepididymostomy). While the success of reversal can be gauged by the reappearance of sperm in the ejaculate, the only important marker of success is the occurrence of pregnancy in the years following surgery.
The probability of success is related to the years since vasectomy. In the US study, the pregnancy rate over the two years after surgery in men with less than three years between vasectomy and reversal were 76%, while the pregnancy rate was only 30% when the vasectomy had been undertaken eleven or more years previously. Bear in mind that the skill and experience of the surgeon certainly does have an effect on the success rate.
Because of the success rate of Vasectomy Reversals some surgeons recommend that a man make sperm bank deposits before having a vasectomy, just in case he changes his mind in the future about having more children.
The total cost of a Vasectomy Reversal falls somewhere between $4,000 to $20,000, all inclusive. In the United States, US$10,000 is the average cost.
Gay Redmile is the webmaster of numerous health and well being sites. For further important information regarding Vasectomy Reversal visit her site at: http://www.reversalvasectomy.wellbeinginfosite.com/ or visit http://www.wellbeinginfosite.com for useful information and facts on other well being issues. Read the rest of this entry »

If you have experienced the frustration and disappointment of an unsuccessful reversal procedure, you may want to ask a vasectomy reversal doctor if another attempt is worthwhile.

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It is not possible to determine before the reversal operation which procedure will be best for you. The urologist necessarily must determine this during the vasectomy reversal procedure. If sperm are present in the fluid that is obtained from the end of the vas that is connected to the testicle, then a vasovasostomy is performed. If sperm are absent from the fluid obtained from the end of the vas that is connected to the testicle, the urologist then uses several criteria to determine which operation is best for you. The urologist will inspect the epididymis to determine if a blockage is present in the tube within the epididymis. If a blockage is seen, then a vasoepididymostomy will be required.

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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 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 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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