Reversing Tubal Ligation Through a Small Incision
Reversing Tubal Sterilization
Tubal ligation reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is a simple and safe outpatient operation for reversing tubal sterilization through a small incision that results in minimal discomfort and recovery time.
Dr. Gary Berger and Dr. Charles Monteith specialize in untying tubes. Women travel to Chapel Hill, NC from all over the United States and other parts of the world to have their tubes repaired after a previous tubal ligation. Over 7000 women have chosen to come here for their reversal procedures because we specialize exclusively in tubal ligation reversal, have perfected the outpatient approach to reversal surgery, and have the best success in terms of pregnancies after tubal reversal surgery.
Reversal Surgery Through a Small Incision
Patients often ask about the size and location of the incision for untying the tubes. The incision is about 2 to 3 inches in length at top of the pubic hair line similar to a “Bikini incision”. This incision is about one-third the length of an average C-section incision. In thin patients, it is not much wider than a quarter. It is sufficient, however, to be able to repair the tubes successfully. This type of incision results in the least amount of pain after reversal surgery and the fastest recovery time. Heavier patients, or those who have had multiple abdominal operations, may require longer incisions.
Reducing Postoperative Pain
Factors that cause postoperative pain are:
Length and location of the surgical incision
Using retractors to expose the pelvic organs
Using packs to push away the intestines
Our surgical techniques minimize postoperative pain. We use a small, transverse (cross wise) bikini line incision. We avoid routinely using retractors and packs. Patients at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center are much more comfortable than after standard abdominal surgery. This avoids the high cost of having to recover in a hospital.
Pride in Our Tubal Reversal Mission
The tubal reversal doctors at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center specialize exclusively in repairing fallopian tubes. What do we mean when way say this?
We do not talk patients into in vitro fertilization (IVF).
We make tubal reversal affordable.
We provide ongoing postoperative follow-up.
We have the best results leading to pregnancy.
As tubal reversal specialists, we provide a safe and comfortable outpatient approach for reversing tied tubes. This makes tubal ligation reversal the best option for women who want to have more children or who simply want their bodies restored to normal after a surgical sterilization.
We take great pride in making tubal ligation safe and affordable for women throughout the world.
August 19th, 2009 at 12:01 pm
Angela
Our pregnancy statistics show pregnancy is possible after most tubal ligations and we are able to repair tubes in 98% of women who come to our center. You can go to our message board to view the reports of pregnancy after tubal reversal.
August 19th, 2009 at 11:17 am
My husband and I are very interested in having a child together. I have three of my own from my previous marriage. I never thought that I would want more children, but I have found someone very special and he doesn’t have any kids. I went back to my doctor and she told me my tubes can not be reversed. But from the looks of your information provided it looks like there still is hope in becoming pregnant.
August 18th, 2009 at 3:46 pm
‘Angel55′ a Tubal Reversal Patient scheduled for tubal reversal surgery in a few days asked What to Expect Regarding Her Incision. “I am so nervous. Just wondering if anyone knows how bad the tubal reversal incision will be, and how long until the stitches dissolve. Thanks”
April 1st, 2009 at 6:45 pm
If an ovarian cyst needs to be removed, that can be done during the tubal reversal surgery at no extra cost.
April 1st, 2009 at 6:22 pm
I was told that I have a cyst on one of my ovaries too. Is this something that can be removed at the time of the reversal within the cost of the reversal surgery? Or would this run more?
March 24th, 2009 at 4:41 pm
Dear Gabby,
We are able to reverse ligations about 98% of the time and about two thirds of our patients report pregnancy within the first year after their reversal.
We are happy to review your ligation records with you free of charge. We are available at anytime to assist you with scheduling.
We look forward to having you as a patient.
Jennifer Okun, RN
JenniferO@tubal-reversal.net
March 24th, 2009 at 12:19 pm
I had my tubes tied back in 2004 and I’m 31. I got remarried. I want to have kids for my husband because he never had kids before. What can I do to reverse this? I don’t want to to give him false hope or myself.
March 19th, 2009 at 9:30 pm
I had my tubes tied and burnt and my body hasn’t been the same. I’ve gained weight big time and my menstruals are awful. If if get a reversal can I go back to normal?
January 1st, 2009 at 7:04 pm
[...] We have developed a safe and effective approach for outpatient tubal reversal surgery. We use a small incision to minimize discomfort. Our patients then stay overnight in the local Sheraton hotel and are seen [...]
December 27th, 2008 at 4:34 pm
Luwaunna -
If you would like to send me a copy of your medical records regarding the cysts and PID, I will be happy to review them and give you a detailed response. You can send them to me, along with your contact information here:
Gary S. Berger, M.D.
Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center
109 Conner Drive Suite 2200
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
You can also get help with any questions from Julia Smith, RN – our Nurse Administrator. If you want to talk with her, the telephone number is (919) 656-8204.
December 27th, 2008 at 4:29 pm
I am a mother of 5 children who had my tubes tied over 6yrs ago. I have been having complications since with ovarian cysts and P.I.D. It has affected my sexual life and brought me into deep depression. I met a man whom I love dearly and wants me to have his child after we are married. I want to be able to give this man whatever it is he wants because he does that for me. How can I go about having a successful reversal while at the same time eliminating the issue with the cysts and P.I.D.?
December 5th, 2008 at 8:33 am
Leann,
Please call our office at 919-968-4656 and I will be happy to discuss your particular situation. If you have your operative report from your tubal ligation, please fax it to 919-967-8637. I look forward to hearing from you.
Donna, RN
December 5th, 2008 at 7:20 am
Leann
Most tubal ligations are reversible. You should send us your operative note from your tubal ligation so we can review. You can also call our office and speak with one of our tubal reversal nurses.
December 4th, 2008 at 11:57 pm
I have tubal tied 12 yrs ago. Now that I wish I didn’t. I am overweight and got married again with a wonderful man. My husband never had a kid. I want to have my tubal reversal, but the obgyn dr that we went said that my tubes are too short and that I should try for IVF. Is there a way to solve the problems ? Am I to keep up looking for other Obgyn Dr and keep it up? I really don’t know what to do. Bec I am 36 yrs old.
December 2nd, 2008 at 7:58 am
This article is concise in it’s description of the successful tubal reversal procedure here at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. The ability for Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith to make this a non traumatic surgery, allows recovery time to be minimal.
November 28th, 2008 at 10:12 am
Hi, Anette:
I am also from Arkansas! Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith can repair the tubes in 98% of cases and we would be very happy to help you. Please feel free to send me an e-mail at JuliaS@tubal-reversal.net with any specific questions. Your operative note from your tubal ligation can be faxed to me at 919-967-8637.
November 27th, 2008 at 4:59 pm
I am married to a soldier and want my tubes untied. I had them clipped, tied and burnt ten years ago. I still have menstrual with a lot of pain and depression. I want to have this done with Tri-care, but the military doctors are saying that there is no such thing as PTLS and that I have to have IVF done when my husband comes back from deployment. What should I do?
November 26th, 2008 at 1:17 pm
Camberoserica,
Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith are able to perform tubal reversals on many different types of tubal ligations, including instances where the tubes have been tied and burned. The pregnancy rate for patients who have had a reversal after their tubes were tied and burned is 69%. I sent you an email with more information – please let me know if you have any questions!
November 26th, 2008 at 8:28 am
When you have a tubal ligation there is a rare chance of pregnancy- 1 out of 250. Half of these pregnancies will be in the fallopian tube (ectopic pregnancy). So about 1 out of 500 women will have a normal pregnancy without any problems.
If you want to become pregnant then you should not count on this rare chance (you should consider a tubal reversal). If you do not want to become pregnant after you have had your tubes tied, then you should not worry- chances are you will not.
If you go to the Getting Started page on our website, it will give you step-by-step instructions about how to proceed. Please contact Julia Smith, RN at JuliaS@tubal-reversal.net for further assistance.
November 26th, 2008 at 2:46 am
i just have a question about when you get your tubes tied and burn cant you still come out pregnact or not…. please answer back back and heres my imail camberoserica@yahoo.com
November 23rd, 2008 at 8:15 am
Anna – If you scroll up on the page you will see a search box with a link button to “Blog Search”. Type in “PTLS” and read some of the blogs about other women with symptoms similar to those you have described and you can learn about their results from tubal reversal surgery. You can also send an email to Julia Smith, RN at JuliaS@tubal-reversal.net for further information and assistance.
November 22nd, 2008 at 9:12 pm
I am a 37 year old female who live on the beautiful Island of St.Croix in the Virgin Islands. I recently had my tubes tied and ever since I have been in agonizing pain. The symptoms range from very painful menstruals to extreme exhaustion. Also, I have lost half of the hair on my head and I have awful mood swings. Please let me know if I can benefit from my tubes being untied. I am willing to try almost anything so that I can have a normal life again.
November 20th, 2008 at 12:18 am
As long as you are still menstruating, it is not too late to have a tubal ligation reversal.
November 19th, 2008 at 12:00 am
i have clamp since 2004 and am 40years old is it to late to have a reversal
November 17th, 2008 at 10:03 am
Annette
Please contact our office. We can repair your tubes and remove the ovarian cyst at the same time. Our staff will be happy to explain to you how to start the process.
November 17th, 2008 at 9:42 am
To whom it concern i’m a mother of 4 children. That live a small town known as Eudora Arkansas mean we have very fewer doctor.I’ve had my tube tied since 1999 every since i being have pain everyday that cause me to be depress a whole lot can you please advice some suggestion on what i can do for help. also was told that i have a sis on my ovaries that cause me to have pain on a daily basic.