It's estimated that around 5% of men who get a vasectomy will later look into getting it reversed. Though not always successful, modern vasectomy reversal techniques have given many men the chance to become fathers again. If you're considering reversing your vasectomy, the Vasectomy Center of Connecticut is here to help.
Our expert vasectomy doctor, Dr. Scott Matson, is a board-certified urologist with over two decades of experience in vasectomy procedures and reversals. He is dedicated to providing personalized, comprehensive, and convenient care to his patients, ultimately helping them achieve their goals of starting or expanding their families.
To learn more about vasectomy reversal and your options, we invite you to request a consultation with Dr. Matson. Our team will be happy to guide you through the process, answer any questions you may have, and help you make an informed decision.
The decision to reverse your vasectomy is personal and complicated, which is why our team keeps the process simple with our 3-step approach.
During your first meeting with Dr. Matson, he will evaluate your unique situation and help you understand the success rates, potential risks, various factors that may impact your reversal, and some simple pre-op instructions. Keep in mind that this meeting is also an opportunity for you to ask any questions, discuss any concerns, and get the information you need to make an informed decision about your future fertility.
If you and Dr. Matson decide that a vasectomy reversal is the right option for you, the next step will be the procedure itself. Depending on your specific case, Dr. Matson will use one of two approaches:
Both procedures are performed under general anesthesia and take several hours. Our team will give you a few post-op instructions before you go home, but most patients can go back to work after a week.
After your vasectomy reversal surgery, the next step is to confirm that everything is working as it should. Around 6 weeks after the procedure, we’ll recommend an at-home semen analysis to see if the connection has been successfully restored. Even after semen is present, we still recommend testing periodically.
The process is easy: you’ll collect a sample at home and send it to the lab for testing. Results usually come back within a few days. If sperm are present, you’ll be ready to start trying to conceive, but if they’re not showing up just yet, don’t worry—this can happen, and we’ll work with you to determine the next steps if needed.
After a vasectomy reversal, recovery can take a few weeks. Dr. Matson recommends at least one week off from work, then 2 to 3 weeks of light activity before resuming your normal routine.
While vasectomy reversal is a common and effective method, it may not be suitable for everyone. In these cases, some men opt to explore sperm extraction, which allows sperm to be retrieved directly from the testicles, typically to be used in conjunction with IVF. Dr. Matson will evaluate your specific case and recommend the best course of action.
Additionally, some men choose to cryopreserve a sample before their vasectomy, ensuring they have a non-invasive backup option.
Vasectomy reversal is a long and complex surgery performed in the hospital that requires general anesthesia, making the procedure relatively expensive. To help with up-front costs, we offer financing options through CareCredit.
Scheduling a consultation with the Vasectomy Center of Connecticut is easy. You can either submit a request through our website or give our office a call at (860) 430-5773. Our team will be happy to help you find a time that works for you!