A Look at the Factors that Affect Vasectomy Reversal Success Rates

When you are considering vasectomy reversal to fulfill your family planning goals, you will find that reported success rates vary greatly in different publications. The reason for this inconsistency is that there are a number of important factors that are unique to each patient that will affect the final outcome of the surgery. Here are some of the circumstances that could influence the results of your vasectomy reversal:

The procedure you choose

There are two types of vasectomy reversal procedures that you will choose between based on the results of pre-surgical testing. Vasovasotomy is the simpler of the two surgeries, and it simply reconnects the vas to the other end of the structure. This procedure has a higher success rate than vasoepididymostomy, which connects the vas to the epididymis so that a blockage is bypassed.

Time since your vasectomy

Your age is not necessarily a factor in the success of vasectomy reversal, but time should still be considered in your surgical planning. Patients who have vasectomy reversals within 10 years of their vasectomies have higher rates of fertility than patients who choose to have a reversal procedure after more than one decade has passed.

Your partner’s fertility

As you consider vasectomy reversal, your partner may choose to have fertility testing to determine if any female factor infertility issues are present. If your partner has a condition affecting her fertility, procedures such as IVF may need to be used to achieve pregnancy. In this case, microscopic epididymal sperm aspiration may be preferred over vasectomy reversal.

For a more personal look at vasectomy reversal and other male infertility treatments, schedule a consultation with Dr. Joshua Green at Center for Vasectomy Reversal . Our whole staff is committed to providing each patient with a customized surgical experience in a professional yet caring environment. Learn more on our website or give us a call today at (941) 343-4020.