Vasovasostomy (MSVV)

Vasectomy reversal is a surgery to undo a vasectomy. After successful vasectomy reversal, sperm are present in your semen again and you may be able to get your partner pregnant. A more complicated surgery than vasectomy, vasectomy reversal re-connects the tubes that carry sperm from the testicles into the semen. Vasectomy reversal can be attempted even if a long time has passed since you had your vasectomy.
 This procedure is not covered by the Medical Services Plan of BC.  Therefore, the patient must cover all of the costs of the procedure (OR rental, materials, surgeon’s fee).  The procedure is performed under local anesthesia with IV sedation and takes roughly 90 minutes or less.

After the Procedure

Plan to restrict your activities for the first two or three days after your surgery.  Avoid strenuous physical activity, heavy lifting, or exercise for about 1 week.  Any strain may cause bleeding or swelling of the scrotum.  Application of an ice pack intermittently after the procedure will minimize pain and swelling.  Pain is usually adequately controlled with over-the-counter pain killers (Tylenol or Advil).
You may bathe or shower after 24 hours.  Skin sutures will dissolve within 2-6 weeks.
Most men have no problem after a vasectomy reversal.  There is a small risk of infection requiring treatment with antibiotics.  Occasionally, men have scrotal pain that persists for a few weeks or months.  Over time, this usually resolves completely without specific treatment.  Normally, a small lump will persist at the site of the vasectomy reversal.
Sexual activity should be postponed for several weeks after the vasectomy reversal.