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New Site Launch
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What is Blow-out? How is it diagnosed? What can be done if there is a Blow-out?
What is Blow out?
Blow out is a rupture and blockage of the very thin epididymis tube (only 0.2 mm in diameter) situated on top of the testis. It is caused by the back pressure of fluid trapped in the tubes below the vasectomy and peak...
Consultations– What’s Included?
Remote Video Consultation
To start your interaction with us, please complete an online questionnaire. We will then provide you with a personalized clinical report free of charge. If you wish to proceed with a remote video consultation, our standard fee is...
Sperm Extraction During Vasectomy Reversal – Who Benefits?
That sounds like a good plan. Couples who are considering vasectomy reversal will come across numerous websites from all around the world. One of the appealing options that come with the procedure is sperm extraction. The idea is that if the reversal is unsuccessful, at least some sperms are extracted and stored for future use. However, this comes at a cost of around £600 (plus storage fees), which is added to your bill. But is it truly worth it?
Using the extracted sperms req...
Find out if The Technique Matter In Vasectomy Reversal
The vas tubes are 3-5 mm wide in humans. The lumen of the tube is only 0.2-0.4 mm in diameter. The cut end of the tubes during vasectomy can be disproportionate in diameter, as shown in the picture below.
It makes sense to approximate the cut ends by aligning them as perfectly as possible. This is achieved by a three layers closure by using extremely fine sutures 10-0 and 9-0. Such fine su...
Post Vasectomy Pain
Post Vasectomy Pain (PVP) What is PVP?
• A chronic relapsing testicular ache whose onset may be as little as eight weeks to as long as five years or more post-vasectomy.
• PVP may occur immediately after ejaculation, or the pain may be of insidious onset over subsequent days.
• The pain is chronic, lasting for years with relapses usually lasting 1-4 days though very variable in frequency
• Often, the pain is unilateral...
Suitability For Vasectomy Reversals
Fortunately, most are suitable for vasectomy reversals (approximately 95%), but it’s important to have an initial consultation beforehand. The Best Life Microsurgery Clinic always encourages patients to visit and allows us to check that sufficient tube remains for our surgeons to perform the reversal. Our face-to-face consultation will cost £240. A part of it (£100) will be reduced from the procedure fee if you decide to proceed. Our experienced assessment c...