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Vasovasostomy is a procedure
for the restoration of sperm
flow through the male
genitalia following
vasectomy. Results can
vary depending on
several factors: |
The time since
vasectomy.
Some organs will atrophy
after their ductal
systems are interrupted.
This is only rarely a
problem after vasectomy.
It does occur, however
The age of the patient
Sperm production does
decrease with
advancing age.The
site of interruption:
Some surgeons perform
vasectomies closer to the actual
testicle than do others.
If the damage is done into the
epididymis rather than
just the vas deferens,
repair can result in less mature
spermatazoa in the
ejaculate.
The
type of interruption:
Some surgeons will do more than
just clip the vas deferens
during a vasectomy. They will
also cauterize tissues in an
attempt to make sure the vas
will not reopen. The
cauterization can result in a
more difficult tissue to work
with during repair.
The Surgical Procedure
The
procedure is done as an outpatient
under intravenous or general
anesthesia. Because the operation
requires more tissue dissection and
takes longer, postoperative swelling
and discomfort can be greater than
what was experienced with the
original vasectomy.
Once
a patent - open- tube is located and
sperm flow noted the two ends of the
tube are reattached microscopically
using ultra fine suture.
Sperm
counts are taken several weeks after
surgery to determine the potential
success of the operation. Success is
based not only on the number of
sperm in the sample, but also on
their motility (movement) and
maturity. Sperm continue to mature
in the epidiymis after
leaving the testicle.
Our
results over the years have been
highly successful, but potential
candidates must be aware of the
factors that can compromise the
results.
What To Expect After Surgery
Swelling and bruising
Length
Three
hours
Recovery
Two weeks
Contact us (706)
736-6806 for more information.
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