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Fertility Glossary

Vasectomy reversal

Surgery to reconnect the vas deferens after a vasectomy.

Male fertility

Vasectomy reversal restores sperm to the ejaculate in many men, with success falling as the time since vasectomy increases. It allows natural conception if successful, and is sometimes compared with sperm retrieval plus ICSI — the better choice depends on the female partner's age and fertility as much as on the surgery itself.

Also known as: vasovasostomy, reversal of vasectomy

Sources

  • Healthy Male (healthymale.org.au)
  • Healthdirect Australia (healthdirect.gov.au)

Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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