vasectomy reversal or IVF

[cancerianmum]

Hi,

I am new to forums so I hope that I am doing this correctly.

My partner and I would like to have a child together. Problem being he has had vasectomy about 12 years ago. We have been to GP who referred us to a fertility specialist in Mackay (appt 16/4). I asked GP about vasectomy reversal and he said he didn't know much about them or the success rate. I have found very little information or feedback myself and am a little scared about IVF. At this stage any information or reassurance would be appreciated.

[Me]

:wave: and welcome to BH.

Unfortunately I can't offer much advice, but I am sure that there will be some lovely ladies along shortly to offer their advice.

Just under where you sign in, there is a search function, perhaps you could have a look through some old threads while you are waiting for responses?

Best of luck with your TTC journey.:babydust2:

[ringneck]

hi heres a link that should help
http://www.reversal.net.au/results.htm
The greater the time since the vasectomy, the lower the chance of a successful reversal. This is due to back pressure effects on the testis causing damage to sperm production.

Less than 3 years since vasectomy: 77% pregnancy
3 to 8 years since vasectomy: 53% pregnancy
9 to 14 years since vasectomy: 44% pregnancy
Greater than 15 years since vasectomy: 30% pregnancy If sex fails to achieve a pregnancy all is not lost. As most men have sperm in their semen these can be concentrated artificially and used for either intra-uterine insemination or In Vitro Fertilization.
it also tells you how they perform the procedure has faq and alot of other stuff hope that helps and good luck :)

[honeydew]

Hi, I don't have any personal experience with this but I can tell you that my Dad had a reversal done when he married his new wife. They were told not to BD until the checkup... they turned up at the check up and she was already pregnant! They had my little brother, and then went on to have my little sister a year or so later without even trying.

Good luck!