Essure Tubal Ligation Reversal – What You Need To Know
Posted On: Sunday, September 13th, 2009
Essure reversal is possible at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. Our surgical facility is a tubal surgery center exclusively dedicated to reversal of tubal sterilization and correction of tubal blockage.
We have performed over 7,000 tubal reversal procedures. Recently, we have begun to experience an increasing number of inquires regarding Essure sterilization , Essure reversal, and Essure removal.
Essure Sterilization Reversal: What is Essure?
Essure sterilization is a new tubal occlusion technology that has been approved for use in the United States since November 2002.
The procedure causes the tubes to heal closed in the isthmic portion of the tube. This is the narrowest portion of the fallopian tube as the tube travels through the wall of the uterus. During the procedure, the physician uses a small camera to insert a metal coil through the cavity of the uterus and into the opening of each tube.
The coil itself does not block the tube. The tube closes because the insert causes fibrosis (scarring) of the inside of the tube. This procedure is effective at preventing pregnancy and is intended to be permanent; however, it is possible to perform Essure sterilization reversal.
Essure Reversed: Can It Be Done?
Essure sterilization can be reversed. We perform Essure reversals as an out-patient procedure which typically lasts less than 90 minutes.
The Essure reversal procedure is a tubouterine implantation and is performed through a small abdominal incision.
The healthy portion of each fallopian tube is separated from the uterus. Since part of the metal coil protrudes into the uterine cavity, we remove the both coils from the wall of the uterus to prevent possible complications in future pregnancies.
The uterine cavity is exposed by opening the uterine muscle. The healthy portion of each tube is reinserted into the uterine cavity on both sides of the uterus. This procedure bypasses the scarred portion of the tube and causes the Essure to be reversed.
Pregnancy After Essure Reversal?
We have had extensive experience with tubouterine implantation procedures for reversal of other methods of tubal ligation. In general, pregnancy rates after tubal ligation reversal are approximately 70%; however, the pregnancy rate with tubouterine implantation is approximately 50%.
We have performed Essure reversals and Adiana reversals .
Our first Adiana reversal patient quickly became pregnant. This pregnancy was the first reported, successful pregnancy in a patient who has undergone tubouterine implantation for reversal of Adiana sterilization. Her pregnancy was reported in an Adiana Reversal Pregnancy Testimonial.
Our first successful Essure reversal patient was featured in our Tubal Reversal blog and her successful pregnancy was reported in an Essure Reversal Pregnancy Testimonial.
Pregnancy After Essure Reversal: Our Data
Since our center is dedicated only to tubal surgery, we have performed more tubal reversal surgeries than any other doctor or surgical facility (over 7,ooo surgeries over the last 15 years).
We recently published our 2009 Pregnancy Study Report. Using our computerized database, we analyzed over 5,000 procedures performed at our center since 2000.
We identified 23 patients who had tubouterine implantation procedures for tubes damaged in the wall of the uterus from traditional tubal ligations: 19 patients had a tubouterine implantation on one side only and 4 patients had both tubes implanted.
For all of the patients who had tubouterine implantations, the pregnancy rate was approximately 57%. Among the 4 patients who had both tubes implanted, 2 patients became pregnant.
Pain After Essure Procedure
Pain after Essure is not commonly reported. The current medical studies on Essure sterilization do not suggest that women who have the procedure are at increased risk of pain.
We have received sporadic reports of pain after Essure which have been submitted to our Tubal Reversal Blog. These reports have been submitted by blog visitors.
We do have extensive experience with women who report post tubal ligation syndrome symptoms; however, Essure sterilization is still in its infancy and more needs to be learned about the risk of adverse symptoms and pain after the Essure procedure.
Costs of Essure Reversal
Cost of Essure reversal is a common inquiry.
Currently the cost for reversal of Essure is $6900. We have a pre-payment option in which patients can pay towards their Essure reversal over time.
Cost of Essure Removal
Some women experience side-effects after Essure coils have been inserted and they desire removal of the Essure coils for relief of symptoms.
For patients who do not desire pregnancy through Essure reversal and only desire removal of Essure coils, we offer a reduced surgical fee. If you are interested only in removal of the Essure coils, we encourage you to call the office at (919) 968-4656 to inquire about the reduced fee for Essure coil removal.
Some doctors charge more for Essure reversal. We have attempted to keep the cost of Essure reversal low and affordable.
Best Candidate For Essure Reversal?
The best candidate for a Essure reversal procedures is a patient who has not had any additional procedures to their tubes or uterus. We commonly receive request from patients who have had an Essure procedure combined with an additional procedure. The two most common procedures are an additional tubal ligation method or an endometrial ablation.
Occasionally the inserts will either not cause the tubes to close or cause only partial closure. These patients will then have an additional standard tubal ligation to close the open tube, which will cause damage to even more of the tube. Some patients will have endometrial ablations at the time of the Essure procedures.
Pregnancy after reversal in these situations is possible; however, these additional procedures may decrease the pregnancy success rate. Endometrial ablations may increase the risk of miscarriage and other pregnancy complications after a reversal procedure.
Most women who have had the Essure procedure will be candidates for Essure reversal and will have the chance of getting pregnant after Essure reversal.
More Information About Essure Reversal
Readers are encouraged to talk to other women on our Tubal Reversal Message Board about their personal experiences.
We also invite interested readers to call (919) 968-4656 for a free nurse consultation and to obtain more information about Essure reversal.
Submitted by Dr. Charles Monteith
September 13th, 2009 at 9:41 am
This is great information for women who have had Essure done or considering the Essure procedure. The illustrations are very helpful for understanding how the Essure coil works.
September 13th, 2009 at 6:13 pm
Since we are seeing more women with Essure procedures who now desire more children, this is an excellent resource.
September 14th, 2009 at 6:40 am
I am looking forward to the positive pregnancy reports after the Essure reversals. Great information!
September 14th, 2009 at 9:45 am
[...] have provided answers to common questions about Essure reversal in the following blog article, Essure Reversal: What You Need To Know [...]
September 14th, 2009 at 12:45 pm
Thanks Dr Monteith, great information about the Essure.
September 14th, 2009 at 3:02 pm
Thank you, Dr. Monteith, for all the information about the Essure sterilization procedure and the explanation of it’s reversal through tubal implantation.
September 14th, 2009 at 5:03 pm
Great information about Essure reversal, Dr. Monteith!
September 16th, 2009 at 5:05 pm
This article is very detailed and provides women with great information about the Essure procedure.
September 16th, 2009 at 6:06 pm
Very informative and the illustrations about Essure Reversal are very helpful.
September 22nd, 2009 at 9:35 am
Great article on Essure sterilization reversal for women desiring more children.
September 23rd, 2009 at 10:45 am
This was a great article about Essure reversals. This is great for women who have had these procedures. Thanks Dr Monteith!
October 3rd, 2009 at 8:04 pm
[...] All too many times a women who has changed her mind about having the Essure for sterilization is told that it cannot be reversed. Or, she is told that the only way to reverse it is to have a hysterectomy. Essure reversal is possible if performed by the right surgeons. [...]
October 8th, 2009 at 2:46 pm
[...] Reversal And Removal As promised this is the second part of the Essure article. Can Essure reversal be done? Yes, it can. But the big factor is that it has to be performed by highly skilled surgeons. [...]
October 19th, 2009 at 6:52 pm
[...] both the Essure procedure and the reversal of Essure in two previous articles:Essure Tubal OcclusionEssure Reversal: What You Need To KnowThese articles explain how Essure works and how we perform Essure reversals.Essure Reversal Requires [...]
January 29th, 2010 at 10:13 am
Can i really get the essure removed because i went down to the hospital where they did it at and they told me they can but then they said they cant. I’m tired of getting the running around. I’m getting tried pf coming on my cycle at the beginning of the month and at the end. Can you please help me and i want to have another child.
January 29th, 2010 at 6:34 pm
Kizowanda – Essure reversal is possible and performed at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. Call (919) 968-4656 for a free nurse consultation about removing the Esssure devices so you can have another child.
March 5th, 2010 at 2:44 pm
[...] Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center has been reversing the Essure for some time now with good results. Essure reversal is explained on the blog and accompanied by a true [...]
April 15th, 2010 at 1:29 pm
I live in CA and was wondering if you had any associates or knew of anyone that performs this procedure on the West Coast?
April 15th, 2010 at 2:44 pm
Missy – I do not know of any other tubal reversal doctors who perform the procedure the way we do.
June 6th, 2010 at 2:00 pm
I started to develop hives on my body right after the essure procedure. I’m thinking I may have a nickel or titanium allergy. It has taken several weeks for me to find a doctor to test me. In the event that I have this allergy, is there anyone who does this removal in Illinois?
June 6th, 2010 at 3:26 pm
Lara – I don’t know of any doctors who remove Essure devices in Illinois.
June 6th, 2010 at 4:53 pm
Ladies I am one of Dr. Berger’s patients and while I only live about 30-40 minutes away, if I lived across the sea in Europe I would definitely take the time and spend the money to come to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal. We had our first TR baby in February 2008 and we are expecting our second TR baby September 2010. Sometimes in life you step out and you take a chance go for it!!!
June 12th, 2010 at 9:14 pm
I had the essure done about 2 years ago and for the last 5 months I have been producing milk and filling bloated I went to the doctor and they couldn’t tell me anything other than I wasn’t pregnant
June 12th, 2010 at 9:30 pm
Jamieky
This is not related to the Essure. You should have them check your prolactin level and review your medications as a cause of galactorrhea (milk coming from breast).
June 13th, 2010 at 6:07 am
I am so glad to see Jamie Ky’s post! I too have been producing milk at different times after having the Essure procedure done. I DID have my prolactin levels checked and they were very much normal. Plus, as shocking as this is, I have had most of my breast tissue removed due to a family history of breast cancer! I have not breast fed for 8 yrs! I have had tons of blood work, to rule out everything. The conclusion, they don’t know why. It is from the Essure!
June 21st, 2010 at 6:49 pm
I had the Essure procedure done in 2007. I do have a nickle allergy and was not told this could cause problems for me. I have been breaking out periodically with itchy skin especially my abdomen and legs….I also have soreness over my right ovary area. My periods are extremely painful and heavy. I also have developed more hair than normal. This all happened a couple months after the Essure. I know it’s not suppose to give you menopause symptoms but this is what I feel like. I’m only 32 and I have had every test in the book.
I wish I could afford a reversal. I didn’t want to do the Essure but my husband was extremely abusive and I was so afraid to get pregnant again. I have since remarried and am lamenting my not being able to have a baby with him.
June 21st, 2010 at 7:26 pm
Jerusha
We have had good experience with the procedure to reverse Essure. This procedure is called tubo-uterine implantation and the chances of pregnancy after Essure reversal are about 50%. Many women are able to make payments towards reversal using our reversal surgery pre-payment plan and eventually they will be able to save enough to have the Essure reversed.
July 1st, 2010 at 7:06 pm
Hi I had a essure put in me after I had my second daughter and the age of 23.And I think a lot of it was do to the fact of my doctor talking me into it after just having a child and do to the fact of him wanting to make more money.Though I know I made the wrong decision and would love too get it removed desperately!!It kills me that I have had this done,And I am wanting to know if insurance covers this?Since a lot of this is causing women to have problems,or depression issues?
July 1st, 2010 at 7:27 pm
You&I
Insurance generally does not cover Essure reversal. You would have to confirm this with your individual health insurance company.
July 14th, 2010 at 1:27 am
I got the Essure procedure after a battle with cancer at 28. I was told that a pregnancy during treatment and possible after treatment was out of the question. I have since met the man of my dreams and would like to know more about the procedure to reverse the Essure. Thanks
July 14th, 2010 at 6:41 am
Mindy
Essure reversal and pregnancy are both possible. Given the broad nature of your question and your more complex medical history it would be better if you called the office at (919) 968-4656 to speak with one of our staff members about Essure reversal.
August 26th, 2010 at 9:34 am
I have a separated uterus. My first and only pregnancy was hard on me. I got the Essure so I didn’t put myself or another baby at risk but we want another baby. would it be more cost effective to look at the reversal or other options?
August 26th, 2010 at 10:51 am
Michelle
I don’t know what you mean by a separated uterus. Do you have congenital uterine anomaly (didelphys or uterine septum) or did you have a rupture of the uterus while in labor?
Essure reversal with us costs about $6,500-6,900 and is about 50% successful. IVF costs about $10,000-12,000 for each cycle and each cycle is about 35% successful. With any of the above conditions pregnancy will be high risk. If you have a uterine septum they may not perform IVF on you.
September 3rd, 2010 at 11:00 pm
I would like to know if there’s a office located in Michigan? I have my essure procedure done two years ago and I am in constant pain, always swelling and I sometimes ca stand straight. I had a papsmear done, there were no std’s at all but for some odd reason every doctor I visit never heard of such procedure and I really want them taken out not only do I swell the pain travels through my entire body I need help. I went back to the hospital that did the procedure and they won’t take it out.Please I need to know whats wrong I need help I want these things out of me. j.parks46@yahoo.com
September 4th, 2010 at 7:02 am
Jennifer
I am unaware of an Essure reversal specialist in Michigan. Many of our patients find it more affordable to travel to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center rather than have these surgeries in their area.
December 7th, 2010 at 12:14 pm
I was looking for a surgeon in south texas that might be able to do reversal i am having a lot of problems and they are unbearable….i had medicaid when i got it done and what options do i have its not cause i want another child but i cant stand these things and side effects i live with everyday of my life…please help!!!
December 7th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
Lisa
We do not know of any Essure reversal doctors in Texas. You will find it more affordable to travel to see us for reversal and you would have excellent chances at a natural pregnancy after Essure reversal.
Medicaid will not pay for tubal reversal surgery.
January 5th, 2011 at 10:07 am
I had Essure coils inserted in May of 2010. After two very painful HSGs, my right side is not closed. The coils are perfectly placed. My right side is just not closing. According to DR, the FDA does not recommend more than two HSGs. So in essence, my essure has failed. My doctor has schedule a classic tubal where he will take my fallopian tubes. He has never heard of a side not closing in his practice. I am concerned that since he has never done this I might need to look at other options. I would like the coils removed since I believe they are causing light cramping. Does your center remove the coils without reversal?
January 5th, 2011 at 10:43 am
Kacey – Yes, we can remove the Essure coils without performing a tubal reversal. We could perform a tubal ligation on the tube that did not close with the coils.
January 15th, 2011 at 4:02 am
I have a question and it might be crazy but i need to find something out. I got my coils back when they where just being tested. I am now having my monthly and i use tampons. Well last night when i was getting ready to get a bath i went to take it out. Well it got hung on something inside of me. Could it have got hung on the coils? I am like all the other women on here also i have had alot of pain and i have been thinking about getting them taken out the sooner the better.
January 15th, 2011 at 7:53 am
The tampon would not get hung up on the coils. The coils are separated from the vagina by the uterus and cervix.
March 3rd, 2011 at 9:26 am
Does insurance cover the Essure removal without reversal? Can FSA be used? My doctor was planning a traditional tubal while removing my fallopian tubes and insurance was paying. I would like to have someone who has removed Essure before. And….Just out of curiosity, would one be able to have a tubal reversal several years down the road after an essure coil removal?
March 3rd, 2011 at 10:02 am
Kacey – You would have to check with your insurance carrier. If the Essure removal were done for medical reasons such as relief of pain or bleeding, it seems likely that insurance would reimburse you. IT would be possible to have a tubal reversal at a later time.
March 8th, 2011 at 10:43 am
I had the essure done after my 3rd duaghter she is now going to be 2yrs old. I am since separated from the father and i want another kid in the future by whoever i marry. can i get the essure reverse and should i do it as soon as possible?
March 8th, 2011 at 11:37 am
Crystal – You can have your Essure reversed at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. It is up to you when you would like to do this. If you want any assistance from one of our tubal reversal nurses, call (919) 968-4656.
March 15th, 2011 at 2:16 pm
[...] lives. Tara also noticed increased bleeding during her menstrual cycle.They then began to consider Essure reversal.Is Essure Permanent? Is Essure Reversible?Tara’s doctor told her that her Essure was [...]
April 17th, 2011 at 6:57 pm
[...] She eventually decided not to pursue IVF because it was not 100% and was too expensive. She was quoted $25-45,000 by her local IVF provider for a program which allowed a maximum of 4 IVF cycle attempts. The hormones and technical aspects of the treatment were not appealing to Michelle so she decided to come to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center for Essure reversal. [...]
April 17th, 2011 at 6:59 pm
[...] the Essure reversal surgery (August 2009) I remember Dr. Berger telling me that if I am not pregnant six months to a year after [...]
April 17th, 2011 at 7:17 pm
[...] read over my post-op report sent from Dr Monteith, he said he knew I was in good hands with my Essure removal surgery. He told me today – he was actually excited when he read the notes! Now three short [...]
April 18th, 2011 at 11:12 pm
What sort of incision does the surgery require, or is it vaginal? I’ve had an adominoplasty and am curious if an abdominoplasty will complicate the reversal surgery. Thanks.
April 19th, 2011 at 1:44 am
Lisa – The incision for tubal reversal is a mini-laparotomy just above the pubic bone. An abdominoplasty or “tummy-tuck” will not complicate the tubal ligation reversal.
April 19th, 2011 at 1:56 pm
[...] Essure Tubal Ligation Reversal- What You Need To Know . [...]
April 19th, 2011 at 3:27 pm
[...] you are having Essure problems you are certainly not alone. There are many women who are going through the same thing and are [...]
April 26th, 2011 at 3:26 pm
[...] Women who want to rid themselves of problems experienced after Essure will need to consider Essure removal and women who want to become pregnant will need to consider Essure reversal. [...]
April 27th, 2011 at 12:20 pm
I had the Essure precedure done yesterday. I have light cramps but that’s all. Haven’t even needed to take the pain medication they perscribed me for it. Does it have longterm-hurtful side effects???
April 27th, 2011 at 12:40 pm
Lori
The Essure procedure is safe and most women are happy with the Essure.
May 14th, 2011 at 3:33 pm
thank u for the info it was help ful i would have to make payments would u take 3,000 down or how much
May 14th, 2011 at 5:00 pm
malisa masterson –
Please email Ericka Pamplin at ErickaP@tubal-reversal.net – she will assist you with the prepayment plan.
June 9th, 2011 at 4:31 am
I had my tubes tied and burned 16yrs ago. I am getting remarried and we want to have a child. Would it be possible for a reversal.
June 9th, 2011 at 7:22 am
Trina
It would be very possible to repair your tubes even if they are cut, tied, and burnt. Please call the office at (919) 968-4656 for more information.
June 29th, 2011 at 9:56 am
My wife had her tubal ligation three years ago but we decided to have our new baby since our two kids grew up now. But we have to do our savings first because we already aware that the cost is significant particularly these days when money is tight. I have been searching online for the doctors who can do a good surgical procedure. But it seems like we can’t afford since we just belong in the middle class. So we decided to just find a local doctor but we need an assurance if that doctor can be trusted. Do you have any little advice on how to find a good doctor? And also is all tubal ligation reversal will succeed?
June 29th, 2011 at 9:59 am
Anthony
Most of our patients are just like you and your wife. Many of out patients will become pregnant after tubal reversal. You can look at our Patient Satisfaction Messages and Pregnancy Testimonials to see what our patients say about us.
July 5th, 2011 at 12:37 pm
Can you tell me your current pregnancy success rate with essure removal? I am not sure how current the info on your site is. Also, Is the price of $6900 for one side or both? I am 33 years old and would like one more child, the clock is ticking!
July 5th, 2011 at 12:51 pm
Kristen
The $6900 is for the entire surgery. You must pay for travel, lodging and food. The success rate for bilateral tubal implantation (the procedure to reverse the Essure) is approximately 50%.
July 5th, 2011 at 1:44 pm
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July 6th, 2011 at 4:32 am
I am confused I thought I read in your 2009 article that bilateral tubal implantation had a higher rate of 70%? Or did I read the information wrong. Also, do you remove all the scar tissue so the egg can move freely down the tube once it is implanted? about how much of the tube is remove? What is the average time frame that your patients become pregnant?
July 6th, 2011 at 7:18 am
Lucy
Tubotubal anastomosis (standard tubal reversal) has an average success rate at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center of 70%. Tubal implantation has an average success rate of 50%. We do remove the scar tissue and often we have to remove very little of the tube. Most patients will become pregnant within 12 months.
July 12th, 2011 at 6:01 pm
I had Essure because I was in an abusive relationship and was told I had to even then I knew eventually I wanted another baby
the Essure caused other problems and forced me to also have to have an endometrial ablation since my ablation I still haveshort monthly periods and have since gotten out of my abusive marriage I am now with an incredible man and we talk about babies he loves me and doesn’t care if we ever have one but would love to and I have never given up wanting another baby is there any hope to have our own?
July 12th, 2011 at 6:16 pm
Nicole – Essure is reversible. However, your endometrial ablation has damaged the uterine lining and that is the problem with now trying to have another baby.
July 14th, 2011 at 10:11 am
I’m 49 years old and would like to have this procedure done is it to late to consider having this done I had a tubal 12 years ago and had no plans on becoming pregnant again but I have gotten reconnected with my first love and he would love for us to have a child together.
July 14th, 2011 at 1:19 pm
Annette – At age 49, the probability of having another child is very low but not an impossibility. It is an elective decision. The only other option would be donor egg IVF.
July 16th, 2011 at 9:59 pm
Do previous c-sections affect the success rate of essure reversals?
July 17th, 2011 at 12:21 am
Susan – C-sections involve in incision across the front of the uterus. Essure reversal involves an incision across the back of the uterus. If you have had c-sections, Essure reversal would not be recommended.
July 24th, 2011 at 12:41 pm
Dr I have read much of the comments and understand insurance might pay for a reversal if the reason is due to complications from an Essure procedure. How long is recovery from something like this? I would have to travel to NC. Can one do this without someone else being there for help? Will the reversal solve and correct all my symptoms I have now since the Essure procedure. I have horrible memory loss, headaches, and anxiety of which I never had before. I can’t function and its getting worse a timegoes on. Is this normal? I gain about 1 pound every two weeks as well since the procedure. I am a single mom and I have two wonderful babies and I want to give up cause I can’t cope with this anymore. Can a reversal really give my life back?
July 24th, 2011 at 12:48 pm
Amy – You would need to speak with your insurance company representative to learn whether you could receive insurance reimbursement for removing your Essure coils. For Essure removal only, recovery time is usually a week to 10 days. It is unpredictable whether removing the Essure devices will alleviate the symptoms you describe but the operation to remove them is safe and relatively easy to recover from, so it is certainly an option for you.
July 24th, 2011 at 1:22 pm
Dr thank you I also have Crohn’s disease. I have had 4 surgeries due to complications from Crohn’s. Is it still possible to have the reversal? I have had 2 lap surg. and 2 major incision down belly.
July 24th, 2011 at 1:27 pm
Amy – With the history of multiple abdominal surgeries due to complication from Crohn’s Disease, you would not be eligible for outpatient surgery at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
July 24th, 2011 at 1:40 pm
Dr is there anything you have heard of that can be done? I can not live the rest of my life like this and refuse to take any additional meds to alliviate side effects other than for my Crohn’s. What would be the next step? There has to be something that can be done.
July 24th, 2011 at 1:44 pm
It would be possible to remove the Essure coils, but with your history, it should be performed as in-hospital surgery rather than outpatient surgery. Since Dr. Monteith and I perform all of our reversal procedures as outpatient only, we would not be able to do your surgery, but your local physician may be able to help you find a doctor who can do this for you.
July 24th, 2011 at 1:46 pm
I also now constantly bleed. After the procedure my periods went from every month to every 2 weeks to every 5 days now all the time. No human can live like this and it can’t be healthy. I live in a very rural area and no one here says they can help.
July 24th, 2011 at 1:47 pm
Thank You so very much for your time and answering my questions.
July 24th, 2011 at 1:51 pm
I see I will have to travel to a city in hopes someone can help. Again thank you for your time. I appreciate you and this service I just received and will recommend women to your site.
July 24th, 2011 at 2:24 pm
Thank you, Amy. I will look forward to a follow-up from you about this.
July 27th, 2011 at 9:25 pm
Sorry to bother you again, but do the previous c-sections that mean that I couldn’t have the coils removed or anything?
July 28th, 2011 at 1:47 am
Susan – You could have the Essure coils removed. Dr. Monteith’s opinion is that another pregnancy and delivery by c-section would be possible.
August 1st, 2011 at 3:25 am
Amy..
I had a tubal ligation done 6 yrs ago this past June.. Nov of 2006 I feel real ill, went back to my delivering doctor for visit (thinking he left something inside me being I had to have a c-section.. At that time I was diagnosed with fibroid tumors in my uterus and he said endometriosis but i cant find that on any search engine.. saying the ando makes my uterus bleed constantly, the fibroids make my cycle almost unbearable and i too never really have a day, week, or 5 days without bleeding. I’m not sure what was actually used on me for my tubal but I will be calling my doctor first thing in the morning.
August 17th, 2011 at 2:43 pm
I am 45 years old and had essure in 2007. what are the chances of successful reversal and pregnancy. I only have 1 tube. Do you think ivf is a better option for me?
August 17th, 2011 at 6:40 pm
Jennifer
IVF would be the best option. After Essure reversal the chance of pregnancy is approximately 50%. After the age of 45 the chances would very likely be lower than 50%…somewhere less than 10%. IVF with donor eggs would give you the best option at 50%. IVF with your own eggs would be less than 5% chance.
August 24th, 2011 at 6:12 pm
I got into a bad relationship when I was pretty young and finally ended it after ten years. I was rather jaded. I have two children and because my state favors joint custody almost to an extreme I have to continue to have little contact with him and not have my children all the time, 50/50 =(. I didn’t think there could be any man worth my time after my experience and really didn’t want to end up pregnant by another horrible person. I got Essure placements done. I have since found a wonderful, compassionate and loving to share my life with and am thoroughly ecstatic to have found this site. We are currently looking for a house together, my girls adore him, and are planning to visit this center when we get things done and a bit more settled together. We can’t wait!
September 2nd, 2011 at 9:24 pm
Hi. Dr berger i have had my essure since2003 and i had acsecction with my twunns in 2003 . I would like another child is it possiblefor me to have a essure reversal?
September 2nd, 2011 at 9:43 pm
Melissa – Yes, it should be possible to have an Essure reversal after having a c-section in the past.
September 3rd, 2011 at 10:42 am
Ok thank you dr berger for giving me hopeand thank you for respondin so promptly i cant wait to make that journey. Have a blessedday
September 5th, 2011 at 1:01 pm
Your information sounds great!!! Do you have any locations in New Jersey?
September 5th, 2011 at 1:48 pm
Jenny – We have many patients from New Jersey who have babies after tubal reversal performed at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. There is no Tubal Reversal Center in New Jersey, but the trip is not that far for you to make, considering our patients come from all over the world.
September 7th, 2011 at 1:12 am
I had Essure coils and ablation at the same time. It seems my ablation wasn’t very successful because I still get regular periods every month that last 4-5 days. I would love to get my coils removed but I would like to get an evaluation of my uterine condition first to be sure I can carry a baby to term. Is there someone you can recommend to start with before I move on to Essure removal? Cost is not an issue and we would travel wherever a specialist would be.
September 7th, 2011 at 1:20 am
Cheryl – You should be able to find doctors with expertise in diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy in your area by doing an internet search and/or asking for this information from your gynecologist. If hysteroscopy show the presence of normal endometrium and absence of intrauterine adhesions, this would be the best possible situation before having the Essure coils removed and tubouterine implantations performed.
September 7th, 2011 at 5:36 pm
I had the Essure done 4 years ago and every since I have had it done I have had severe pains . The pains happen when I’m sitting or standing walking ect… I told my doctor about these pains and all they do is perscribe me is Tramadol 50mgs for the pains. And now the medicine is not even helping… I want the tubal reversed the doctors keep telling me that they would have to take the tubes completely out if I have this done…Is there a doctor in Indiana or somewhere closer to me because my husband is the only one working, and do you take medicaid.?
September 7th, 2011 at 5:55 pm
Ellen – We can perform Essure removal without either tubal reversal or taking out your tubes. This would be the simplest procedure for you. I do not know of any doctor in Indiana who performs Essure removals. We do not take Medicaid.
September 17th, 2011 at 3:34 am
My name is Stacey i am 36 yrs old and i had my tubes cut, tied and burned 7 years ago. At my age is a tubal reversal an option for me or is it to late? And what are my chances of getting pregnant again?
September 17th, 2011 at 4:49 am
Stacey – At your age tubal reversal is certainly an option. The chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center are 65% for a woman age 36 after tubes have been tied, cut, and burned (coagulated).
September 23rd, 2011 at 5:28 pm
I had essure done 2 1/2 yr ago. I have a lot of pain. I’m looking into getting it reversed very soon. I want it done right and I want to be in good hands. We live in Colorado and will have to travel quite a way to get this done. We want quality work done. How is it done? Are the tubes sewn on the inside and outside?? Please explain this to me.
Thanks
September 23rd, 2011 at 5:36 pm
The Woods – Here is a description of tubouterine implantation which is the operation to restore fertility after Essure sterilization. If you have questions, please call (919) 968-4656 for answers to them.
October 19th, 2011 at 6:48 pm
Have you heard of any one getting pregnant after having essure performed?
October 19th, 2011 at 8:01 pm
Amanda
Yes this is possible. There are case reports about this and I am personally aware of a person who became pregnant after the Essure.
October 20th, 2011 at 10:06 am
I had the essure done a year and a half ago, i am currently over 6 weeks late, missed 2 periods, took a couple hpts and they came up negative, could i still be pregnant or could it be something else?
October 20th, 2011 at 10:11 am
If your test is negative then you are very likely not pregnant ..but always repeat the test in one week to make sure. Likely you are not ovulating consistently and your doctor can help you evaluate that condition.
October 20th, 2011 at 10:12 am
Thank you
October 20th, 2011 at 9:36 pm
How much does the essure reversal cost?
October 21st, 2011 at 2:15 am
Amanda – The cost of Essure reversal is $6900.
October 25th, 2011 at 12:41 am
I am 41 years old and would like to have my essure device removed for pregnancy purposes. I had my last child at the age of 35 and had no problems conceiving, would I have a problem now .
October 25th, 2011 at 8:20 am
Blanca – There should not be a problem removing your Essure coils and repairing the fallopian tubes. Fertility declines with age so one cannot guarantee that you will become pregnant again at age 41.
November 16th, 2011 at 9:15 am
Hi Im 37 y.o in 2000 have a tubal ligation but never had an incision thru my abdominal. I found out 2 year ago that what they did was putting kind of “cork” in my my tubes to block them. I got married 2 year ago my husband wants kids but I dont know what kind of procedure I should do. I need some advised. I personally have 3 boys from the previous marriage. Please need some advise.
November 16th, 2011 at 9:27 am
Jsant – What you should do is obtain a copy of the operative report of your tubal ligation. You can fax it here for a review and comment specific to your situation – (919) 967-8637. You will need to attach your contact information so we can get back in touch with you after reviewing the operative report.
November 21st, 2011 at 12:26 am
i am 28 and married. We have 2 children. My first was a c section and the 2nd was natural. I had Essure done in 2006 and am considering reversal. Will it be possible to have a baby if i opt for the reversal? eventhough i’ve had the c section? or is there a better method for getting pregant?
November 21st, 2011 at 6:47 am
Lena
The pregnancy rate after Essure reversal is approximately 40-50% and the cost if $6900. In comparison, the chance of pregnancy with IVF is 35% and costs approximately $12,000.
November 21st, 2011 at 8:49 am
I have had the essure procedure done for 3 years now in both tubes, i am wanting to have it reversed bc me and my fiance’ are wanting to start our family. He is worried about the risk of me getting hurt or something going wrong. He had read most of the comments on here, all are good, but he is wondering what are the risks of doing this?
November 21st, 2011 at 9:43 am
Essure reversal is safe. Most pregnancies after Essure reversal are normal;however, we do recommend that you have a c-section after your Essure reversal to prevent the small risk of uterine rupture if you attempt a vaginal delivery.
November 21st, 2011 at 9:48 am
so there is no way that you can have a vaginal delivery?
November 21st, 2011 at 9:52 am
You certainly can if you would like but it is my personal recommendation that for a safe delivery you do not attempt a vaginal delivery. To reverse Essure you need to create a new opening in the wall of the uterus and this new opening can be a source of weakness in labor. Some reversal docs are saying a c-section if not required but I think that at a very minimum you should be aware of this and talk to your doctor about it . Again it is my personal recommendation that after Essure reversal that a c-section is a safer way to deliver.
November 21st, 2011 at 10:32 am
thank you so much. i have another question also has there been any complications while under going this surgery?
November 21st, 2011 at 10:33 am
None at our center and we have done over 50 Essure reversals in the last three years.
November 21st, 2011 at 10:36 am
has there been alot of woman doing vaginal delivery’s? i have three boys already and i had them vaginal
November 21st, 2011 at 10:37 am
Most have followed our recommendations and have delivered safely by csection.
November 26th, 2011 at 1:12 pm
Good day:
I had the Essure procedure done approximately 5 years ago. I will be 35 in June. I am getting remarried in January. My fiance and I have discussed the possibilty of more children (We have 3 between us). My question is how will the length of time that I have had the coils and my age factor in the possibilty of having another healthy pregnancy if we choose to have another child? I want the coils removed regardless of my chances of becoming pregnant again.
November 26th, 2011 at 6:28 pm
Michelle – The length of time that you have had the Essure procedure will not affect reversing it, but fertility does decline with increasing age. The change in fertility from age 30 to 35 is minimal.
November 26th, 2011 at 7:56 pm
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! There is hope!
December 1st, 2011 at 7:50 am
I am 37 and about to remarry….I had a laposcopictubal about 11 years ago….what are my chances f a reversal and getting pregnant again?
December 1st, 2011 at 7:57 am
Kym – At age 37, your chances of getting pregnant again after tubal reversal are approximately 60-75% depending upon what method was used to sterilize your tubes (clips, rings, coagulation or burning) as you can see on our Pregnancy Statistics page for patients at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. If you have questions, speak with a nurse at (919) 968-4656.
December 21st, 2011 at 3:31 am
Hi, I am had the essure done in 04 I had severe bleeding after for about 9 weeks since then periods have been normal and my doctor at time said it was normal I never had the the test done to show whether it worked or not but I am remarrying and would like it to be reversed. Does being on the heavier side affect the chance of a reversal and the chance of getting pregnant. I am 29 years old. Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you soon….Deana… Also I have had all vaginal births woulr
December 21st, 2011 at 5:00 am
Deana – Being severely overweight can make surgery more difficult to perform. This could be good motivation to lose weight through a healthy diet and moderate exercise which would also lead to a healthier pregnancy.
December 21st, 2011 at 11:34 am
Thank you also I have had my children vaginal will I have to have a c section if I became pregnant again?
December 21st, 2011 at 11:38 am
Deana – After removal of the Essure coils and Essure Reversal by implanting the tubes into the uterus, you would have c-section deliveries for all subsequent pregnancies.
December 25th, 2011 at 3:05 pm
I don’t have the essure thing and I plan on having my tubes reversed. My proximal tubes are minimal but dr berger told me that tubal implantation could work , would that mean i would have to have a c-section or is that just if you have a essure reversal ?
December 25th, 2011 at 4:08 pm
Ashley
If the tube is repaired tube to tube then you dont need a c-section. If the tubes need to be implanted then you may need a c-section. We will not be able to tell with certainty until we can see the health of your proximal tubes during reversal surgery.
January 16th, 2012 at 11:02 pm
Hello,
I had my essure implanted at age 32, I am now 35 and me and my husband would like to have another baby, will the doctor be able to remove them and will there be a fertility medication to increase the pregnancy or is that an option for a fertility medication to help the process?
January 17th, 2012 at 7:22 am
Shasha
Essure reversal is one of our specialties. The chances of pregnancy after Essure reversal is approximately 50%. Most women will not need fertility medications after reversal.
January 17th, 2012 at 3:47 pm
Hello Dr. monteith,
Will it be an option? I understand it’s 50% chance , but what if you are not getting pregnant .Is it an option that I can take an fertility medication , so it can increase my chances of getting pregnant ?
January 17th, 2012 at 5:14 pm
Shasha – You can take fertility medications but they will need to be prescribed and monitored by your local doctor.
January 20th, 2012 at 12:57 pm
I am 38 years old. I had the essure done in 2008. I am about to get married and we would like to have kids. What are my chances of getting pregnant after essure reversal vs. IVF…. Which procedure do you recommend.
January 20th, 2012 at 1:16 pm
Nita – At age 38, the chances of getting pregnant after essure reversal are about 50%. The advantages of Essure reversal are that it is less expensive than IVF, does not have the risk of multiple pregnancy that is associated with IVF, and gives you the chance to conceive normally in any cycle. After essure reversal, delivery would have to be by c-section so that is a disadvantage compared with IVF.
January 22nd, 2012 at 8:30 pm
My question is if i could get pregnant? My tubes where tied and cut in the mid portion of the tube.
January 23rd, 2012 at 5:59 am
Lorena
You could become pregnant if your tubal ligation failed. This would likely be a pregnancy in your tubes. If you have a tubal reversal surgery then you can get pregnant and the pregnancy is more likely to be normal and in your uterus.