Predictive parameters for microsurgical reconstruction.
Microsurgical techniques have made vasectomy reversal a realistic option for the restoration of fertility in a man who has previously undergone vasectomy. Factors that can affect the success of these procedures may become known preoperatively and intraoperatively; this article reviews each of those factors.
Nagler
Harris M
HM
Department of Urology, Beth Israel Medical Center, 10 Union Square East, Suite 3A, New York, NY 10003, USA. hnagler@bethisraelny.org
Rotman
Michael
M
D006801:Humans; D007248:Infertility, Male / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008866:Microsurgery; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care; D018579:Patient Selection; D011237:Predictive Value of Tests; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures; D014659:Vasectomy / Q000009:adverse effects; D014669:Vasovasostomy