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Just to help keep us all clear, reversibles are not a 100% guarantee of 'back to where we were' -- Overview

Vasectomy reversal is surgery to undo a vasectomy. During the procedure, a surgeon reconnects each tube (vas deferens) that carries sperm from a testicle into the semen. After a successful vasectomy reversal, sperm are again present in the semen, and you may be able to get your partner pregnant.

Pregnancy rates after vasectomy reversal will range from about 30% to over 90%, depending on the type of procedure. Many factors affect whether a reversal is successful in achieving pregnancy, including time since a vasectomy, partner age, surgeon experience and training, and whether you had fertility issues before your vasectomy.

Why it's done

Deciding to have a vasectomy reversal may happen for several reasons, including loss of a child, a change of heart or remarriage, or to treat chronic testicular pain after vasectomy.

Risks

Almost all vasectomies can be reversed. However, this doesn't guarantee success in conceiving a child. Vasectomy reversal can be attempted even if several years have passed since the original vasectomy — but the longer it has been, the less likely it is that the reversal will work.

Vasectomy reversal rarely leads to serious complications. Risks include:

* Bleeding within the scrotum. This can lead to a collection of blood (hematoma) that causes painful swelling. You can reduce the risk of hematoma by following your doctor's instructions to rest, use scrotal support and apply ice packs after surgery. Ask your doctor if you need to avoid aspirin or other types of blood-thinning medication before and after surgery.

* Infection at the surgery site. Although very uncommon, infections are a risk with any surgery and may require treatment with antibiotics.

* Chronic pain. Persistent pain after vasectomy reversal is uncommon.

How you prepare

When considering vasectomy reversal, here are a few things to think about:

* Vasectomy reversal may be expensive, and your insurance might not cover it. Find out about costs ahead of time.

More - https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/vasectomy-reversal/about/pac-20384537