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To bother with vasectomy reversal at 39 years old?

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BroodyBrenda · 19/02/2025 13:04

DH had the snip 13 years ago after our twins

We would love another child but are really struggling to know whether to bother with a reversal or head straight for IVF with sperm retrieval

Cost is obviously a big factor as IVF with speed retrieval is going to cost around £10,000 for one shot whereas the reversal is £4,000

Anyone been in a similar position??

OP posts:
gamerchick · 19/02/2025 13:35

It's been ages. It's unlikely to work after all this time OP.

unsync · 19/02/2025 13:33

My understanding was that the longer the time between procedure and reversal, the less likely it is to be successful. That may have changed now though. What does the urologist suggest? If you haven't seen one yet, it is probably worth the consultation fee just to work out your options with all the information.