Tubal Ligation Reversal Surgery Questions Answered

For women who have had their tubes tied, many questions are raised about the possibility of tubal ligation reversal. Some of those questions have been answered in another article and others will be answered in articles to come. This article will address a few questions having to do with the preparation for a reversal surgery and about the surgery itself.

1) What does my surgeon need to have before I schedule my tubal ligation surgery? The smartest thing to do is just check with his office to be sure. Most likely what he needs is to review your operation report to see what was done to your tubes and you will need to get some blood drawn for testing as well. When he reviews your records, it let’s him know what he will encounter during surgery.

2) Does the above preparation work cost? The answer to this will vary according to the surgeon you choose. You may get tired of that answer. If you pick the correct tubal reversal doctor, the review of your records will not cost you anything. The cost of the lab work might be included if you are using a local doctor and the lab work is included in the price. Even then most likely it will be extra. If you choose an out of town surgeon, then you will most likely get the lab work done locally and have to pay for it. According to some accounts this should be less than $200.

3) Can I get tubal ligation reversal done with one tube? Yes. You need only one tube to get pregnant. If there is no other reason it can’t be repaired, then go for it if you wish. Check out the tubal reversal board at http://forums.tubal-reversal.net/ for other ladies who have done it with one tube.

4) I already have a c-section scar. Can the incision be made there? Bring this up with the surgeon you choose. With a surgeon who has the skill and vast experience of Dr. Gary Berger, the answer is yes.

5) Is too much weight a problem? Well, are you overweight or obese? If so, the answer is yes as it increases your health risks during and after the surgery. It is best to be below a 35 BMI which you can find out using a calculator like the one at http://www.tubal-reversal.net/body-mass-index-bmi.php

6) Should two layers be sewn together or three? The layers in discussion are the three layers that make up the fallopian tubes. You don’t want suturing done to the innermost as it has cilia for moving the egg along . Suturing means scars. You want scars or cilia? The outer layer is nothing but a thin covering not strong enough, by itself, to hold all together till the healing is done. But it does help with suturing done in the muscular middle layer, which is the strongest layer. So two layers is best and this is the experience of the doctor who pioneered the outpatient tubal ligation reversal surgery, Dr. Gary Berger.

The questions above are just some of the most commonly asked questions about tubal ligation reversal. The resources provided will also help you find more information as you need it.

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