Vasectomy reversal and tubal ligation

Thousands of men and women annually regret having a vasectomy or tubal ligation. Many opt for surgery reversal increase their chances of becoming pregnant.

Many couples who seek to undergo a vasectomy reversal or tubal ligation is often surprised at the complexity of the surgery, the success rate of achieving pregnancy and surgery costs.

Why do they choose Couples reverse vasectomy and tubal ligation?

The most common reasons a couple would change the idea of ​​having another child due to one or more of the following:

• Desire to add to the current family
• Desire to conceive after remarriage
• Desire to conceive after the loss of a child
• A change in the financial position

Discomfort caused by the syndrome of tubal ligation (heavy periods, early menopause, loss of libido and mood swings are among the symptoms of PTL)

It is estimated that up to 10% of men who had a vasectomy and up to 25% of women who have undergone tubal ligation reversal ultimately seeking.

Recovery and vasectomy reversal surgery

During a vasectomy, the tube that carries sperm out of the penis (vas deferens) is cut. A reversal attempts to link the severed vas deferens. In most cases of vasovasostomy, the surgeon will use a high power microscope to reconnect the cut ends of the vas deferens. In rare cases, the vas deferens should be attached to the epididymis when there is a blockage preventing sperm out of the penis. During surgery, the patient is under general anesthesia. As with any surgery, there is a risk of bleeding and infection.

Inversion recovery will be similar to the original vasectomy. Men take the prescription painkillers and should wear a cup support for six weeks. They can not bathe or swim for two days after surgery. Patients should also avoid sexual intercourse or ejaculation for four weeks. Intense exercise should also be restricted.

Success rate of vasectomy reversal

According to medical vasectomy, it takes about one to two years for a pregnancy to occur after a vasectomy. Vasectomy usually leads to pregnancy in about two out of three cases. If several years have passed since the initial surgery, or if the vasectomy was closed and the two vas deferens tubes were severed, success will be more unlikely.

A vasectomy reversal failed when no sperm are ejaculated be. At this stage, the inversion can be repeated or can be extracted from sperm and testicular Kingdom is the egg outside the uterus or injected into the uterus to fertilize an egg on its own.

Recovery and surgery reversal of tubal ligation

A tubal ligation usually involves burning, cutting or tying the fallopian tubes, sometimes complicate a reversal. A tubal ligation, by cons, are made by placing a collar or ring on the tube to prevent the release of the ovum. During the inversion, the surgeon uses a high-power microscope for making an incision of about four to five inches and the bikini line either joining the two sections of the fallopian tube or to remove the ring or the flange. In some cases, surgery may be performed laparoscopically. During the inversion, the patient under general anesthesia and will be hospitalized for several days following surgery because of its invasive nature. As with any surgery, there is a risk of bleeding and infection.

After surgery, the patient will be able to consume clear liquids noncarbonated until intestinal activity returned to normal. Due to muscle pain and burning around the incision site, women must take medication against the pain and help lift heavy objects. Women should be encouraged to walk short distances to stimulate healing. In general, it takes up to two weeks to recover from surgery.

 Tubal ligation reversal success rates

Success depends on the type of tubal ligation initially provided, the woman's age at the time of the inversion and the amount of damage to the tubes in the original tubal ligation. Women seeking reversals will have a higher success rate if a ring or clip was placed on their fallopian tubes, or if only a small section of the tube was removed. Success rates can vary from 20 to 70%. However, many women achieved pregnancy within one year after the reversal surgery. Women with unsuccessful reversal of tubal ligation should consider in vitro fertilization.

Costs of these surgeries

A vasovasostomy or a reversal of tubal ligation is a guarantee that pregnancy will happen. However, both surgeries are often less expensive than other treatments against infertility. We consider a vasovasostomy or a reversal of tubal ligation by any couple looking to expand their family.