If you are considering a vasectomy reversal surgery in NYC, you may have also heard the term “Vasovasostomy.” Many of our patients wonder what the difference is between a vasectomy reversal and a vasovasostomy. The truth is that these two words are interchangeable.
Who Gets a Vasovasostomy?
Our typical patients are men who are looking to get their partners pregnant. Many had previously decided that they would have no more children after a divorce or separation and then ended up getting remarried. In some cases, sadly, couples opt for a vasectomy reversal after a child has passed away.
What Occurs During a Vasectomy Reversal Surgery?
During the vasovasostomy, a surgeon reconnects the tubes that were previously severed. These tubes, the vas deferens, carry sperm from the testicles. Once they have been reconnected, fertility can be restored.
Men can have a vasectomy reversal surgery as an outpatient procedure. General anesthesia or sedation is typically used, and the surgery typically takes just 2-3 hours. Please allow a few hours recovery time immediately after surgery as well.
After the Vasovasostomy Procedure
Patients experience mild to medium levels of pain after the procedure and can go back to their regular activities in a few weeks. Risks and complications are low and are discussed in a preoperative consultation.
Vasectomy Reversal Surgery, NYC Success Rates
The vasovasostomy results in countless successful pregnancies. In fact, the success rate is more than 50%. You can discuss your specific chances preoperatively.
Please note that the statistics of success are tied to the length of time that has gone by since the original vasectomy. This is caused by a variety of factors including the fact that blockages may form. Within the 3 years prior to the original surgery, the chances are the highest but that does not mean over 3 years will not be succesful.
If you are considering vasectomy reversal surgery in NYC, contact our office today. Our expert team would be happy to answer any vasovasostomy questions you may have.
