Q5. If I am not suitable then is there an alternative?

A5. If your surgeon feels that you are not a suitable candidate for a vasectomy reversal then he/she will recommend two alternatives:

• Intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)
• IVF

Intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) is a procedure in which sperm is taken from the testicles and injected into the woman’s uterus along with an egg. This is known as ‘artificial insemination’. IVF or ‘In-Vitro Fertilisation’ is where an egg from the woman is combined with sperm from the man in a process called ‘fertilisation’. Once the egg has fertilised and developed into an embryo it is then implanted into the woman. This is time consuming and more expensive than a vasectomy reversal.

FAQS Index : A guide to Vasectomy Reversal

Vasectomy Reversal FAQs

1. What is a vasectomy reversal?
2. Can a vasectomy reversal be performed as keyhole surgery?
3. Can I have a local anaesthetic?
4. Am I a suitable candidate for a vasectomy reversal?
5. If I am not suitable then is there an alternative?
6. How successful is vasectomy reversal?
7. What are the failure rates for vasectomy reversal?
8. How much does a vasectomy reversal cost?
9. Will the NHS pay for a vasectomy reversal?
10. How long does a vasectomy reversal take?
11. Which procedure will I need?

12. If my vasectomy reversal fails, can I have a second procedure?
13. What are the risks of a vasectomy reversal?
14. What is the recovery time after a vasectomy reversal?
15. How much time will I need off work?
16. When can I have sex after surgery?
17. How will I know if I am fertile?
18. Will my partner become pregnant following my surgery?
19. How long should I wait before having a vasectomy reversal?
20. Why is it more difficult than a vasectomy?