A pre-operative health assessment by your primary doctor along with some basic lab tests will need to be performed before surgery. Men over the age of 40 years old usually will need to have an EKG performed. Wives should undergo an evaluation by her gynecologist to ensure fertility. General anesthesia is the preferred anesthetic for vasectomy reversal. Vasectomy reversal can also be variable in the length of time it takes to complete the procedure sometimes taking up to 3 or 4 hours to complete.
General anesthesia maximizes patient comfort during the procedure.
Patients are usually discharged to home on the same day of surgery. Discomfort is quite variable but generally is slightly more severe than the original vasectomy. Pain medication will be prescribed. Most of the discomfort is usually resolved within 3 to 4 days. Strenuous activity such as lifting more than 10 pounds, running or jogging is not recommended for 4 weeks after surgery.