Vasectomy Reversal Statistics

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A thorough look at the Vasectomy Reversal Statistics floating around throws up some interesting facts. Microsurgeons notch up the highest success rates as per vasectomy reversal statistics and microsurgery tops the list as the procedure adopted for most successful reversals.

The shorter the time elapsed between the vasectomy and the proposed reversal the greater the success rate (exceptions apart). Microsurgery results in return of sperm to the semen in 75 percent to 97 percent of patients and pregnancy in 30 percent to 75 percent of female partners, depending upon the length of time from the vasectomy until the reversal.

Vasectomy Reversal Statistics reveal that success of a reversal is directly proportional to the skill and expertise of the microsurgeon. The female partner's age, health and lifestyle can also affect future fertility and they should get a general exam by their primary doctor or OB/GYN for clearance to get pregnant before the male partner undergoes a reversal.

According to some Vasectomy reversal Statistics the cost of a vasectomy reversal can range between $5,000 and $12,000 and in some cases an urologist who may only do one or two vasectomy reversals a year may charge up to $25,000 or more. Vasectomy reversals are now requested by approximately 6-12% of those who undergo a vasectomy.

The longer the length of the lower vas on the testicular side is the lower the pressure within the obstructed system. The lower the pressure, the lower the likelihood of damage to the epididymis and the greater the chances for success.

Certain medications can also affect sperm function fertility. Smoking reduces sperm function in some men because some of the toxic chemicals in cigarette smoke get concentrated in the testicles, damaging the sperm. Exposure to high heat may also reduce fertility.

Results indicate that it can take from six to eighteen months to become pregnant after vasectomy reversal. There are a number of couples that conceived within a very short time after reversal, literally within the first few weeks after recovery. There have also been patients that have conceived 2-3 years after reversal.

A microsurgeon with an excellent track record

Dr. Aaron Spitz, M.D., with a Fellowship in Male Fertility, is highly trained and deeply experienced in male reproductive medicine and surgery.

His approach to problem solving is sensitive and friendly. His charges for performing vasectomy reversals are competitive at the advanced level of service that he provides.. He is highly skilled at performing microsurgical vasectomy reversals. He routinely performs both vasovasostomy and epididymo-vasostomy, and he has a commendable track record at salvaging previously unsuccessful vasectomy reversals. He also performs minimally invasive sperm retrieval for those couples choosing in-vitro fertility.

Dr. Spitz is also a board certified urologist, fellowship trained in male fertility. He provides the comprehensive evaluation and care that men in infertile couples deserve and require.