Are there any reasonable alternatives to vasectomy reversal?
As mentioned above, the sperm behind the vasectomy (i.e. in the testicle or epididymis) are unable to fertilize eggs on their own. They can be used in IVF-ICSI to achieve reliable pregnancy rates of approximately 50% per try at a cost of $13,000 to $14,000 (relative average success rates and costs in Dallas/Ft. Worth). A sperm retrieval procedure the day of the IVF-ICSI has an average cost of $2,000 to $5000. The combined costs of these two procedures as an alternative to vasectomy reversal nearly doubles the cost to the couple without doubling the pregnancy rate. This alternative is only chosen by a small number of our clients who typically have unique reasons for choosing this option.
