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What is a Tubal Ligation Reversal?
A tubal ligation reversal is a surgical procedure for women that wish to have their tubes “untied”. This type of procedure is done when a woman has changed her mind and desires to have more children but has previously had a tubal ligation to prevent pregnancy. More often than not, once a woman has had a tubal ligation, they believe that they have no chance of ever having another child. This is not necessarily true. A tubal ligation reversal permits you to try to become pregnant again.
A tubal ligation reversal is an outpatient surgical procedure that consists of two different steps. The first step is the surgeon makes a 1 ½ to 2 inch incision just above the pubic hair line. This will give access to the fallopian tubes. Next, the tubes are pulled away from the surrounding structures and any scar tissue is removed. The fallopian tubes are then rejoined using sutures. This will give the egg the opportunity to flow down the tube for a chance to be fertilized. Once the repairs are complete, the patient is discharged to return home the following day, and most patients are back to work within 3-4 days following their surgical procedure.
Although having a tubal ligation reversal cannot guarantee pregnancy, it does provide a chance for those wanting a baby and to conceive naturally. It is also a less expensive alternative to In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) which is the only other option to become pregnant after having a tubal ligation. Tubal ligation reversals are beginning to gain in popularity as it is affordable and gives many a new chance at new life for women after their tubal ligation.
See Also:
 Tubal Ligation Reversal
Tubal Ligation
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"With more than 26 years of experience with outpatient gynecologic
surgery of all types, Dr. Greene has the skills to do an exceptional job
of making you comfortable both physically and mentally during your tubal
ligation reversal."
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