Where do they cut you for a tubal reversal?

Where do they cut you for a tubal reversal?

This lets them look at your fallopian tubes and decide if reversal surgery is possible. If they decide it’s OK to do the reversal, your doctor then makes a small surgical cut, called a “bikini cut,” near your pubic hair line.

How long does tubal ligation reversal take to heal?

Recovery for laparoscopic surgery takes about a week. Recovery for a minilaparotomy takes approximately two weeks. In that time, you’ll probably have pain and tenderness around the incision. Your doctor might prescribe you pain medication, or you can use over-the-counter medication.

How long does it take to get pregnant after tubal reversal?

What are the odds of conception after tubal reversal? Unfortunately, tubal reversal is not always successful. In fact, only about 30-40% of couples will conceive one to two years after extensive surgical reconstruction of the fallopian tubes.

Is there a weight limit for tubal reversal?

Q: Who is a candidate for Tubal Ligation Reversal Surgery? A: Weight limit is important and Dr. Streeter will consider you a surgical candidate if weight is 200 pounds or less. Depending on the height, if less than 5’4” one may need to weight less than 200 pounds.

Is it hard to get pregnant after tubal reversal?

The success rate for conceiving after tubal reversal is approximately 70% for women under 35 and roughly 30% for women in their early-40s. In many cases, intrauterine insemination or in vitro fertilization will increase the chances of success.

How much does it cost for a tubal reversal?

The cost of tubal ligation reversals ranges widely. The average cost is somewhere around $8500. Tubal ligation reversal costs can sometimes be split into anesthesia, surgical, and hospital fees, so it’s important to find out what is included at your tubal ligation reversal surgical center.

What happens after tubal reversal?

It is usual to have a bruised-like area below the incision, which will disappear in approximately two weeks. You may experience some cramping after surgery. Light vaginal bleeding is to be expected. Any unusual additional pain or bleeding should be reported.