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Vasectomy Reversal
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A vasectomy is the name of the procedure for
male sterilization. A vasectomy reversal is the
surgical procedure that attempts to 'undo' or reverse the
vasectomy in order to restore fertility (the ability to
father children) to a man who has previously had a
vasectomy. Every year approximately 50,000 men in the United
States undergo a vasectomy reversal. Success rates for
vasectomy reversals have improved markedly in recent years,
and now range from about 70% to 97%. Success rates for
vasectomy reversal are influenced by multiple factors
including length of time from when the vasectomy was
performed.
Typically vasectomy reversals are not
covered by health insurance and the cost ranges from
approximately $5000 to $13,0000. However many providers of
vasectomy reversal offer payment plans. The skill and
experience of the physician performing the vasectomy
reversal can dramatically influence the success rate, so
locating a well qualified physician is essential. |
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