How long does it take to perform a Vasectomy Reversal?
Vasectomy reversal takes approximately four hours to perform. In most instances, you will go home the same day. After the procedure, recovery time is necessary before leaving the hospital or outpatient surgery center. You will receive either general or spinal anesthesia, a preference that should be discussed during your pre-operative visit. Complications of vasectomy reversal There is a risk of bleeding associated with any surgery. Your doctor will instruct you to discontinue any aspiring products, herbs or supplements that might promote bleeding. Check with your physician and pharmacist for any questions about medications or alternative medications that could cause bleeding. Nerve damage is also possible during a vasectomy reversal procedure. Sperm can leak into the scrotum, causing a granuloma, which is a small mass. If a granuloma forms, your chances of reproducing a child decrease. After vasectomy reversal You will need to wear an athletic support. Rest and ice to the scrotum is ex