Vasectomy Reversal Berkeley

Finding A Specialist For Vasectomy Reversal in Berkeley

Men have a vasectomy when they feel they don’t want any more children, but if circumstances change and another child is wanted, a vasectomy reversal can be undertaken. Vasectomy reversal in Berkeley is best performed by specialists such as Dr. Aaron Spitz, a board-certified urologist and men’s fertility expert.

What Questions Should I Ask About Vasectomy Reversal?

The most important decision to make in choosing a vasectomy reversal in Berkeley is finding the right surgeon. There are several ways to reverse a vasectomy, from simply rejoining the cut ends of the vas deferens (the tube through which sperm travel from the urethra to the testicle) to more complicated procedures that are needed when the tubes have ruptured. Your surgeon should be experienced in both procedures, since it’s impossible to tell which procedure will be required until the surgery is actually performed. Dr. Spitz routinely and successfully performs both procedures.

The type of equipment used to perform a vasectomy reversal is also important. The tube opening which needs to be reconnected is only one-third of a millimeter across, and it can be difficult to see with the high-powered eyeglasses used by many urologists. Dr. Spitz uses a state-of-the-art, automated, high-powered operating microscope, allowing him to work with precision in the tiniest areas. His dedicated microsurgery operating suite and professional staff allow the highest possible level of care.

Sperm should be collected for freezing at the time of the vasectomy reversal surgery, so that it can be used for an in-vitro fertility procedure in case the vasectomy reversal doesn’t work. Dr. Spitz will do this at the request of the patient, lessening the risk of having to undergo a second surgical procedure.