Tubal Reversal Pregnancy Report 2009
Chances of Getting Pregnant After Tubal Ligation Reversal
Pregnancy Rates At Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center
From July 2000 to June 2008, 5046 women underwent tubal ligation reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. The operative techniques of microsurgical tubal anastomosis, tubouterine implantation, and salpingostomy were used as appropriate to each patient’s situation, and often these techniques were combined in a single case. Including all women’s ages, methods of tubal ligation, and operative techniques used for tubal reversal, the overall pregnancy rate was 66% based on 3317 pregnancies reported during this 8 year interval.The following tables show pregnancy rates specific for age, method of tubal ligation, and remaining tubal lengths available for repair and the interaction between these factors.
Pregnancy Rates By Age
As expected, younger women had higher pregnancy rates than older women. The pregnancy rate after surgery ranged from 80% for women under 30 to 31% for women 40 years of age and older (Table 3).
| Age | Total Cases | Pregnant (No.) | Pregnant (%) |
| <30 | 761 | 610 | 80% |
| 30-34 | 1873 | 1367 | 73% |
| 35-39 | 1795 | 1152 | 64% |
| 40+ | 617 | 188 | 31% |
Pregnancy Rates By Tubal Ligation Method
Reversal of tubal clip procedures had the highest pregnancy rate (75%), followed by tubal rings (72%), coagulation (66%) and ligation/resection (63%). Patients with other or unknown methods of tubal ligation had the lowest pregnancy rate (54%).
| Method | Total Cases | Pregnant (No.) | Pregnant (%) |
| Clip | 409 | 306 | 75% |
| Ring | 853 | 614 | 72% |
| Coagulation | 1605 | 1053 | 66% |
| Ligation/Resection | 1923 | 1207 | 63% |
| Other/unknown | 256 | 137 | 54% |
Pregnancy Rates By Age And Method
Pregnancy rates taking into account both age and tubal ligation method are shown in Table 5. The highest pregnancy rate (90%) was reported by women under 30 years of age who had reversal of a previous clip method of sterilization. Of the two variables, age is more predictive than tubal ligation method regarding the likelihood of becoming pregnant after reversal surgery.
| Age | Clip | Ring | Coagulation | Ligation/Resection |
| <30 | 69/77 (90%) | 137/163 (84%) | 190/244 (78%) | 192/248 (77%) |
| 30-34 | 114/139 (82%) | 227/299 (76%) | 461/620 (74%) | 517/744 (70%) |
| 35-39 | 110/151 (73%) | 210/303 (69%) | 353/554 (64%) | 421/681 (62%) |
| 40+ | 13/42 (31%) | 40/88 (46%) | 49/187 (26%) | 77/250 (31%) |
Tubal Reversal Pregnancy Study 2009
Table Of Contents:
- Overview
- Study Method
- Patient Population – US States
- Patient Population – Age and Tubal Ligation Procedures
- Pregnancy Rates by Age and Method (this page)
- Pregnancy Rates by Tubal Length
- Pregnancy Outcomes
- Tubal Reversal vs. IVF
- About Pregnancy Statistics
Pregnancy Rates By Tubal Lengths
September 11th, 2009 at 8:49 am
I am a 31 year old who has had my tubes tied back in 2003. I thought i was done with having kids but now i want another. Is there anything i can do to make them come untied without having surgery? I sure hope there is I don’t know what i was thinking when i made the decision to tie my tubes. please help. Thank you,Misty
September 11th, 2009 at 12:20 pm
MISTY – Unfortunately, there is no way to make your “tubes come untied” without having surgery.
September 12th, 2009 at 6:29 pm
I am a 28 year old who had her tubes burned back in 2001. I was just married and my husband only has one child and wants another. Is there anyway to reverse the procedure and what steps should I take first? When I had my tubes burned I didn’t understand fully what I was doing. I was very young. Please tell me there is something that can be done and if so the price range and percentage rate of a healthy pregnancy.
September 12th, 2009 at 6:37 pm
LATISHA – Patients often ask whether burned tubes can be repaired. In most cases, the answer is “Yes”! Here is a link to the tubal reversal cost page on our website that describes the fee options and this link gives the percentage rate of healthy pregnancies after tubal reversal according to age.
September 13th, 2009 at 9:10 pm
It has been 14 years since my tubes have been tied. Is there a chance of them to come untied now? Thank you.
September 14th, 2009 at 3:30 pm
I had my tubal reversal at Chapel Hill on Sept 7th, 2006. My chances according the chart were well over 70% of having a successful pregnancy, and by the end of May 2008 I was holding my TR Berger baby!
September 16th, 2009 at 1:01 pm
I am 32 years old and never been pregnant. I had been trying for 8 years and when I saw a fertility specialist they told me I had hydrosalpinx. Is there anyway my tubes can be unblocked and repaired? And if so, what are the success rates for that type of procedure.
Thanks!
September 16th, 2009 at 6:48 pm
NATASHA – It certainly possible to repair hydrosalpinx. The surgical technique of salpingostomy is the same as used for fimbriectomy reversal. The success rate will depend on the health of the internal lining of the fallopian tube, and at age 32 should be approximately 60%.
September 16th, 2009 at 9:39 pm
I am 44 years old and have 4 healthy children. My tubal was performed Aug. 1999. Having children from previous marriages, my finance’ and I would like one together. Not sure if my tubal was tied or burnt so I’m inquiring of the tubal reversal success rate for someone my age understanding there are no guarantees except with the Lord’s help and with Him anything is possible. Thank you
September 16th, 2009 at 9:55 pm
ANTIONETTE – Please look at the Tubal Reversal Pregnancy Report 2009 – Pregnancy Rates by Age and Tubal Ligation Method page on our website (or click on the Pregnancy Statistics link at the bottom of the page. This will give you an idea of the chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal. Age is the primary limiting factor – in almost all cases the fallopian tubes can be restored after they have been tied or burned. You can also talk with a Tubal Reversal Nurse about your situation by calling (919) 968-4656.
September 17th, 2009 at 5:36 pm
Thank you for the prompt response, statistics, and information.
September 18th, 2009 at 11:32 pm
I had my tubal, cut and burned 4-5 yrs ago. I am remarried, he has no children. We went through IVF in June. The doctor told us my ovaries were that of a 19 yr old and husband’s sperm was off the charts in a postitive way! She suggested we only pay for one cycle, labs were all perfect. She put 2 eggs in. Neither took! we were shocked!! We are stuck now paying for the one cycle she suggested, and she also told us that there is NO WAY my tubes can be reversed. Please is there ANY hope? I do not want to do IVF again. I just turned 34 this month and am desperate!! I even have my report from the tubaligation I can fax. PLEASE HELP
another doctor told me that until I am “opened” up he wont be able to tell if they are reversable and it can be a waste of money, is this true?? Thanks for your time, Kendra
September 19th, 2009 at 4:30 am
KENDRA – Tubal reversal is successful even when the tubes have been cut and burned . Tubal reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is more successful than IVF. Call (919) 968-4656 for a free consultation with a tubal reversal nurse or (919) 656-8204 to speak with our Nurse Administrator.
September 22nd, 2009 at 10:36 am
I am 26 years old and have “unexplained infertility”. I have never been pregnant before although I have been trying for years. I gave up on the clomid and pergonal years ago when it didn’t help me to achieve pregnancy. I have one collapsed fallopian tube but the other (according to my doctor) is fine. He said my only option is IVF because any surgery to repair the fallopian tube on could cause scar tissue build up and damage to my one and only open tube. I have regular cycles etc and no other known problems. I also have another major problem (as many others do) – I no longer have Health insurance. So if you can help me is it going to be extremely costly? If so I think maybe my chances would be better paying the $10,000 for IVF. What do you think/ suggest?
September 22nd, 2009 at 12:34 pm
I have 3 children and with my last one I got my tubes tied. I want one more baby. What are the chances of getting pregnant again after getting my tubes untied?
September 22nd, 2009 at 4:05 pm
LAURA C – You can see the chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal based on our follow-up study of over 5000 women who have had reverse tubal ligations at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. You can look at all of the information from the 2009 Tubal Reversal Pregnancy Study starting with the Overview page.
September 23rd, 2009 at 8:12 pm
I am 30 and had my tube cut and tied after my 2nd child was born 8 years ago. After they were tied I was told that one of my tubes had a cyst in it so they had to basically cut it off. What would be my chances of getting my tube/tubes untied and conceiving again?
September 23rd, 2009 at 8:37 pm
SARA P – From your description, it is likely that you have only one fallopian tube remaining and that it could be repaired. Your chances of conceiving after tubal reversal can be best estimated by looking at our follow-up Pregnancy Statistics (see link at the left side of the page).
September 24th, 2009 at 5:57 am
I gave birth to my 3/15/2008. I am now engaged and my fiancé and I would like a child together. My tubes were tied and clipped. I think I may only have one tube because during my c-section my doctor said one of my tubes was fused to my uterus? I am going to request my surgery records and have it faxed to you guys to figure out exactly what is what. I wish I would have waited or just took birth control ,but I have 5 girls and was a single parent. Now I have found Mr. Right, being that my tubes were tied almost 2 years ago, would my chances of getting pregnant be good?
September 24th, 2009 at 8:36 am
URSULA L – You chances of getting pregnant after tubes tied and clipped are excellent. You can see the probability of pregnancy after tubal reversal according to your age and sterilization method. You may also be interested in watching this video about tubal ligation reversal.
September 25th, 2009 at 11:49 am
Hello I am 32 years old I had Hulka clamps put on in May of 2005. I found out last summer my 9 year old daughter has muscular dystrophy and I am wanting to have a another child. (I am wanting to also save cord blood so it could maybe help my daughter.) I have always been very fertile get prego just by being looked at. How much damage do you think has already taken place, and possibilites of getting pregnant afterwards.
September 25th, 2009 at 12:01 pm
HEATHERBLYTHE – Reversal of Hulka clip sterilization has the highest success rate of all tubal ligation methods. You can see from our follow-up pregnancy statistics after tubal reversal that your chances of getting pregnant after removing the Hulka clips are over 80% if you come to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center to have the reversal performed. Since these are the pregnancy rates of our patients, they do not necessarily apply to reversal surgery performed by any other doctor.
September 26th, 2009 at 1:47 pm
I am a 31 year old mother of 4 (15,15,12,10). I got my tubes cut and tied 12/99. Is there a lower chance of conceiving after a tubal reversal because my procedure was 10 years ago?
September 26th, 2009 at 3:17 pm
KRISTINA – Your chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal are related mostly to your age, not how long ago your tubal ligation was performed. At age 31 and having tubal ligation and resection, the chances of becoming pregnant are 70% or higher according to our follow-up pregnancy statistics from our patients at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
September 29th, 2009 at 3:38 pm
I am 26 years old and had my tubes tied 4 years ago. I started taking pills for high blood pressure about two months ago. Would it be safe for me to have a reversal? I really want another baby but scared to go under surgery with high blood pressure.
October 1st, 2009 at 10:03 am
My husband and I want another child and I had my tubal ligation almost 5 years ago. I have heard that miscarriges are a common side effect of having a tubal ligation. How long after the surgery can you get pregnant and what are the chances of becoming pregnant because I am going on 35 years old?
October 1st, 2009 at 5:55 pm
VENITA – If your blood pressure is now normal while taking medication, it would be safe have your tubal reversal in our outpatient setting.
October 1st, 2009 at 6:08 pm
GINA – The latest pregnancy statistics from our follow-up study after tubal reversal show that your chances of becoming pregnant are about 3 out of 4. Pregnancy can occur at any time after your tubes have been untied. The miscarriage risk is about the same as for women who have not had a tubal ligation and then a tubal reversal.
October 3rd, 2009 at 10:40 am
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October 3rd, 2009 at 5:27 pm
Im a 26 year old mother of three beautiful girls (11,6,4). I had my tubal ligation done after my last child almost 5 years ago. I have had endometriosis for 10 years but never had a problem conceiving before my tubal. My husband and I have only the one child together and would love to have another child. Is there any way you could help us?
Thank You
Carolyn M Davis
October 3rd, 2009 at 5:36 pm
CAROLYN – We would be happy to help you have another child. Call (919) 656-8204 and our Nurse Administrator – Julia Smith, RN – will give you all the information you want about how to have a tubal ligation reversal.
October 4th, 2009 at 6:50 pm
Hi, Dr. Berger. I’ve only had rings placed on my tubes and I’m 44 yrs of age with no health problems. I have my tubal records and would like to have the Falope rings removed. Should I fax my report in to you? I’m in Memphis,TN. What are my chances? I’ve also had a UAE procedure done 2 years ago with no other problems.
October 4th, 2009 at 9:09 pm
DEBRA – You can fax your tubal ligation records to me at (919) 967-8637. At age 44, your chances of becoming pregnant after tubal reversal would be only 20% or less. I am not sure what you mean by a UAE procedure. If you are referring to endometrial ablation, it is important to know whether you are having normal menstrual periods. If they are scanty or absent, then your uterus will not be able to carry a pregnancy. Also, pregnancy risks after an endometrial ablation are higher for miscarriage, premature delivery, placenta accreta (placenta growing into the uterine wall), and other abnormalities.
October 5th, 2009 at 2:12 am
My name is Tysheika. I had my tubes tied back in 2007. I am 23 years old and engaged to be married. My fiance does not have any kids and I would like to have another. Can you help me?
October 5th, 2009 at 9:44 am
Hi Dr.Berger what I mean is a Uterine Artery Embolization fibroid my periods are normal
October 5th, 2009 at 12:12 pm
I have had 3 c-sections and my tubes are tied. I am not sure what method they used to tie them, but my question is would it be possible to repair them and if so what are the risks for having multiple c-sections? I am 27 years old.
October 5th, 2009 at 12:39 pm
TYSHEIKA – We will be happy to help you get your tubes untied. You can speak with one of the Tubal Reversal Nurses by calling (919) 968-4656.
October 5th, 2009 at 12:48 pm
CRYSTAL – If you had your tubes tied at the time of your last c-section, most likely you had a Pomeroy tubal ligation. At age 27, the chances of becoming pregnant after tubal reversal are 80% or more. The risk of repeat c-section are risks of bleeding or infection that are associated with any surgery.
October 5th, 2009 at 12:49 pm
DEBRA – Uterine artery embolization intereferes with the ability of the uterus to support a pregnancy. At age 44 and having undergone uterine artery embolization, I would not recommend tubal reversal surgery for you.
October 5th, 2009 at 2:19 pm
Is it that I may have a miscarriage and the rings would only need cutting out and tubes attached back together?
October 5th, 2009 at 5:14 pm
DEBRA – The risk of miscarriage is increased after uterine artery ablation. And, yes, tubal reversal after rings requires only cutting them out and joining the tubes together.
October 6th, 2009 at 4:41 am
I am 32 years old and am married to a great man now. I have 3 children 15,14,9. I had my tubes burned and would like to see if there is anything you can do for me so that I am able to have a baby by my husband.
October 6th, 2009 at 5:19 am
BEVERLY – We can repair your burned tubes. You can see in Table 5 above that your chances of becoming pregnant after tubal reversal are about 75%.
October 6th, 2009 at 10:11 pm
I’m 28 years old and a mother of 3. I have had my tubes “burned and cut” (as the doctor put it) as of March of 2006 and I have also gotten HPV from my soon to be ex husband. I was wondering if i would still be able to have my tubes reversed after the 3 years and having the HPV??
October 7th, 2009 at 12:28 am
TESSA N – You can have your tubal ligation reversed. HPV will not prevent you from having tubal reversal surgery and becoming pregnant. At age 28, your chances of becoming pregnant after tubal reversal are over 80% when performed at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
October 7th, 2009 at 12:42 am
I am 31 years old and I have 4 children (10,8,6,5). I had the Essure procedure in 2004 after my last child was born. I did not really know what it was and I was the first person that my doctor did the procedure on. I used to weigh 335 and I now weigh 160. I had diabetes but it is now under control through diet and exercise. I have an umbilical hernia that has not been repaired since my weight loss. Will I be able to have a tubual reversal. I so desperately want another child.
October 8th, 2009 at 2:42 pm
I had my tubes tied and possibly burned in 1994 after my fourth son. I am now with a man who has no children and would love to have one or two. Is is possible that my tubes can be reversed at my age. I am 37 years old.
October 8th, 2009 at 3:55 pm
I have 2 adult daughters ages 23 and 21 and 2 teenagers ages 13 and 14. I hade an abortion in 1999 and the doctor performing the procedure ripped my uterus. In the middle of the chaotic episode, he asked me if I wanted my tubes tied since he was going to have to open me up to repair my uteris. I agreed in my hysteria and after the surgery he told me that he clipped them in case I wanted to have more children in the future. I am 42 and remarried now and am looking to see if I can get my tubes reversed. I have always been fertile but know now that my age along with the tubes being tied is an issue. I guess I am just wondering if the surgery to repair my uterus will have any effect on me carrying a child even though this was so many years ago and my tubes being reversed.
October 8th, 2009 at 6:18 pm
ORISSA – It is certainly possible for you to have your fallopian tubes repaired. To see your chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal, please look at our Pregnancy Statistics.
October 8th, 2009 at 6:24 pm
MAGDRA – Tubal clips are the best method of tubal ligation to reverse. Since the uterine perforation was repaired, it should not interfere with your ability to carry a child.
October 15th, 2009 at 5:45 pm
I am 31 years old and I have 4 children (10,8,6,5). I had the Essure procedure in 2004 after my last child was born. I did not really know what it was and I was the first person that my doctor did the procedure on. I used to weigh 335 and I now weigh 160. I had diabetes but it is now under control through diet and exercise. I have an umbilical hernia that has not been repaired since my weight loss. Will I be able to have a tubual reversal. I so desperately want another child.
October 15th, 2009 at 5:53 pm
TAYMAIRE4LIFE – You can certainly have an Essure reversal procedure at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. Please call (919) 968-4656 for a free Tubal Reversal Nurses consultation.
October 15th, 2009 at 6:45 pm
I’m a 26 year old mother of two beautiful boys.I had my tubal ligation-hulka clamp done after my last child 6 years ago.Is it possible for the clamp to fall or come off and can I still become pregnant with the clamp on? I recently had a cyst on my ovary and wonder if the clamp on my tube had anything to do with it? Also what’s the reversal method for Hulka clips?
October 15th, 2009 at 7:04 pm
MARQUITA.MCCALL – The Hulka clips will not come off the tubes on their own. It is not likely that they are related to the cyst on your ovary. The reversal method for Hulka clips is tubal anastomosis. The Hulka clips have the best pregnancy rate after tubal reversal surgery. Looks at our Pregnancy Statistics by tubal ligation method.
October 15th, 2009 at 7:56 pm
I have had 4 children all via c-section. I was told during my 4th c-section that there was very minimal scar tissue. During my 4th c-section I had my tubes tied. I have never had trouble getting pregnant either. Is it possible and safe to have my tubal reversed and have a 5th child? I am 35 years old.
October 15th, 2009 at 8:06 pm
HEATHER – You can have your tubes reversed. Call (919) 968-4656 and a Tubal Reversal Nurse will help you.
October 20th, 2009 at 11:30 am
I am 34 yrs. old and weigh 240lbs. I had my tubal ligation in march of 1998 after the birth of my 3rd child.. I have now remarried and my husband does not have any kids I would love to have a child with him as he truly is my soulmate.. Can the surgery help me with the weight that I am or do I need to really go on a diet- I know I need to lose weight that is a given but can I have the surgery to have the tubal reversed and what are my chances of getting pregnant??
October 20th, 2009 at 5:58 pm
NHUDSON – At age 34 your chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center are approximately 75%. Your Body Mass Index (BMI) must be under 35 to schedule the surgery.
October 23rd, 2009 at 2:23 pm
I am 32 years old. I have 4 children and all of them were c-section up and down. I had my tubes clipped and burnt when I had my baby. That has been 8 years now. Since then I went thru seperation with the father to my children. And 6 years later have meet my soulmate. We are getting married next year. He has no children, and we wold LOOOOVE to have just 1 child together. I would like to know what my chances are on getting pregnant after a tubal reversal? And also will I be able to have more children being that I have had 4 c-sections? If so what would be my next step!!!? Please let me know. I will be waiting for your response.
Thank you
October 23rd, 2009 at 3:38 pm
PRICILLA – You can have more children after 4 c-sections. Reversing tubes that have been clipped and burnt is certainly possible. Your next step is to speak with one of the Tubal Reversal Nurses at (919) 968-4656.
October 23rd, 2009 at 4:11 pm
I had my tubes tied after my second pregnancy back in October of 2004. I now want another child. I am 40 (will be 41 in January)and believe I had a Bipolar tubal coagulation (i will have to check my records to be sure of that). I am wondering if reversal or IVF is better for me. I never had a problem with fertility in the past. I had my last child at the age of 36. Thanks
October 23rd, 2009 at 4:17 pm
THEBXLADY – Tubal reversal is more successful than IVF. You can see the the post tubal reversal pregnancy rates for women according to age on our Pregnancy Statistics page.
October 23rd, 2009 at 7:21 pm
Is bilateral tubal ligation the same as Tubal Ligation with Tubal Rings or Tubal Clips or Bipolar tubal coagulation? Also does bilateral tubal ligation have a good success rate?
October 24th, 2009 at 8:25 pm
GINA - Bilateral tubal ligation is a general term that includes all forms of tubal sterilization, including the specific methods you have mentioned. The success rates for bilateral tubal ligation reversal are shown on our follow-up pregnancy statistics page.
October 24th, 2009 at 9:17 pm
I am 31 years old and requested my OB to cut/tie and burn my tubes. Ever since having the procedure done I have many problems with ovulation in my left ovary. I have feared there is too much damage to my left ovary/fallopian tube to have a reversal. I remarried and my husband and I would like to have a child together. What is the possibility of having the ligation procedure reversed and after having them reversed is it safe to have the ligation performed again? We only want one child and I am very fertile typically. I have two healthy boys (11 and 9) and he has a daughter (6). Thank you.
October 24th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
Shailyn – At age 31 your chances of getting pregnant after reversal are about 70% as shown on Pregnancy Rates by Age and Tubal Ligation Method. You can have your tubes tied again after a pregnancy.
October 27th, 2009 at 11:22 pm
i am 25 years old and a mother of two kids. I had my tubes tied after my second child which is now 3 yrs. old. My fiance wants to have a child together and I have the slightest clue of what steps to take.
October 29th, 2009 at 5:42 pm
[...] the IVF rates are available from the CDC, the tubal reversal pregnancy statistics are online at the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center website. More resources on tubal surgery can be [...]
October 30th, 2009 at 2:40 pm
I am 37 and had three kids successfully during my first marriage. I am now remarried and my husband and I are wanting a baby together. I had my tubes tied in 2004. I have went through the beginning stages of IVF however both times our cycle was stopped due to estradiol level being to low. If this is the case if tubal reversal can be done, is my success rate similar to what your chart states or are my chances less since I am not able to produce enough estrogen while on IVF?
October 30th, 2009 at 5:02 pm
DEB – If you are ovulating spontaneously as confirmed with an ovulation predictor kit, then your chances of getting pregnant after having tubal reversal for tied tubes will be similar as for other women despite your response to ovarian hyperstimulation
November 1st, 2009 at 4:52 am
[...] the IVF rates are available from the CDC, pregnancies after tubal reversal statistics are online at the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center website. More resources on tubal surgery can be [...]
November 1st, 2009 at 11:53 pm
My baby is now eleven years old and I had my tubes burned and tied. I am now 38 years old. I talked with my gyn doctor two years old and she stated that she thought I could conceive again. What are the risk with this surgery?
November 3rd, 2009 at 8:07 pm
I have 3 children and had my tubes cut and burned in 2002. My husband and I would like another baby now. I had a tubal reversal done in November of 2008. I am not pregnant and I went for an HSG today. He said both of my tubes are closed. I do know my doctor said when he reconnected them he really had to stretch one side. Is there anything that can be done? The reversal again or is it just ivf? I wish i had found you first. The statistics I got were 20%. I think I picked the wrong doctor.
November 3rd, 2009 at 8:38 pm
JENNIFER – If you will send me a copy of your operative report, I will let you know if tubal reanastomosis would be helpful for you, or whether IVF would be a better option. You can fax the operative report to me at 1-919-869-1635. Please include your email address when you send the fax so I can get back in touch with you.
November 4th, 2009 at 1:41 am
2 years ago I had a TEA done (thermal endometrium ablation) and I am 25 years old. When I had the procedure done I was not told that it will cause many problems if I ever want children. But I have always been very healthy and fertle and a very good healer. Is there anything I can do to heal or fix my lining and possibly have a baby? I heard estrogen or other hormones can thicken and repair my lining, is that true ? I also was told by the dr that did the procedure that it would probably grow back since I was so young and have it done again. Which I will never do. Please any help would be greatly appreciated.
November 4th, 2009 at 6:55 pm
LESLIE – If you are having scanty periods or no periods, then the endometrium has been destroyed by the endometrial ablation. If your periods have returned, then the ablation was incomplete and you could become pregnant again. Estrogen does stimulate endometrial growth, but at your age you are almost certainly producing estrogen each cycle to stimulate proliferation of the endometrium.
November 6th, 2009 at 4:49 am
I’m 32 years old abd have 2 sons, 13 and 12 years old. My husband and I would like to have other baby. I had tubal clips 8 years ago. I am afraid to tell my own doctor I want another baby. Would I have a good chance of getting pregnant after tubal reversal?
November 8th, 2009 at 8:58 am
I had chlamydia and possibly PIDdamage to my tubes could surgery be successful?
November 8th, 2009 at 11:36 am
ANDY – Reversal of tubal clips is the most successful of all tubal ligation reversal procedures. At age 32, your chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal are over 80%.
November 8th, 2009 at 11:47 am
Tubal blockage caused by PID can be corrected by tubal surgery. However, there is an increased risk of ectopic pregnancy if the tubal lining has been damaged.
November 9th, 2009 at 9:00 am
I had a tr done in 1998 and now I am 48 yrs old. I took clomid for a year and the dr told me everything looked good. I never got pregnant and I assume I won’t at this point. My husband and I really wanted kids together because we both had kids with our other spouses. I still have periods every month. Any hope?
November 10th, 2009 at 1:24 pm
I’m 34 and had PID at 16 but had 3 children after that. I had my tubes tied (unknown method) 15 years ago. I had a polyp removed a few years ago. I have no way to get my medical report from the tubal. What are my chances of getting pregnant with reversal. And is there an additional charge with out having medical history report? Thanks
November 10th, 2009 at 2:35 pm
SHARON – If you look at the chart of age and fertility, it does show that you have a minimal chance of becoming pregnant at age 48.
November 10th, 2009 at 2:46 pm
KELLIE – Based on your age, your chance of becoming pregnant after tubal reversal is about 60-65% according to our latest pregnancy statistics from the Tubal Reversal Pregnancy Report 2009. There is no additional charge for tubal reversal surgery at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center if you do not have your prior medical records. We do offer the option of starting with a screening diagnostic laparoscopy before reversing tubal ligation.
November 11th, 2009 at 6:34 pm
I am 28 and have 3 beautiful girls. I chose to have my tubes tied after the last one. Now I regret my tubal decision. Do I need to have the records? I’ve tried getting them from the doctor who performed it without success. Also I have had 3 c-sections and and exploratory surgery, so I have built up scar tissue. Will that be a problem?
November 11th, 2009 at 9:04 pm
tcalkins
You have an excellent chance of reversing your regret and becoming pregnant after tubal reversal surgery. Your records are preferred, but not necessary and many patients will come for reversal surgery without their tubal ligation records.
The several surgeries you have had do increase the chance of scar tissue and having a more challenging tubal reversal but we are able to reverse tied tubes in 98% of all our patients. There is no test which can be done to predict the presence of scar tissue.
I would suggest you call our office for a free consultation at (919) 968-4656 to speak with a tubal reversal nurse. They will be able to answer all your questions and guide you through the process of scheduling surgery if you are interested.
November 12th, 2009 at 12:21 pm
Hello, I’ve been trying to see is there a chance that I can have a tubal reversal and be single. Do I have to be married?
Thank You
November 12th, 2009 at 12:43 pm
ZARIFA – You do not need to be married in order to have a tubal ligation reversal. Contact one of our nurses at (919) 968-4656 and they will assist you.
November 19th, 2009 at 2:24 pm
I am 32 years old and had my tubes reversed one year ago today and found out I had tubal pregnancy . Has anyone gone though this?
November 19th, 2009 at 2:29 pm
Christy
We have had patients who have had tubal pregnancies and pregnancy miscarriage after reversal tubal. You can share stories with other patients on the Tubal Reversal Message Board.
November 20th, 2009 at 12:10 am
I am 34 years old and have 4 kids and now I have remarried and he does not have any we would like to have one together but my tubes have been cut, burned and tied as well. This is so important if we know we had a chance to become pregnant. Please please help.
November 20th, 2009 at 12:17 am
TRACEY – At age 34, your chances of becoming pregnant after tubal reversal are about 7 in 10 according to our latest study of over 5000 women having their http://www.tubal-reversal.net/tubal-reversal-surgery-by-dr-berger-2.htm at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
November 20th, 2009 at 2:17 am
I’m 31 years old. In good health, and i have given birth to 4 children. I underwent TL with rings about 7 years ago. And regretted it immediately. I’m considering TR because I’d really like another child. My husband is apprehensive as he is unsure of the odds of conceiving and delivering after TR. I have read the statistics on this and a few other sites, they vary, but not widely. Is 70% Accurate with my age and TL procedure?
November 20th, 2009 at 2:55 am
RITA – Our follow-up statistics on pregnancy rates by age and tubal ligation methods after tubal reversal show that at age 31 and with clips, the pregnancy rate is about 80%. I am not aware of other sites that provide tubal reversal pregnancy statistics based on the actual numbers of cases performed and follow-up data collected from patients.
November 24th, 2009 at 6:39 am
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November 28th, 2009 at 12:31 am
I’m 39 yrs old and planning to have my tubal reversal in February 2010. I know that the Pomeroy method was performed after my 2nd c-section and only 1 cm of my tubes were cut. I am most concerned with my age and how long it will take for me to get pregnant. I had hoped to begin to start trying in March 2010, is that unrealistic? I recently had an ultrasound done and my scar tissue was not that bad I was told, my incisions were in the same place for both c-sections. I will turn 40 in March.
November 28th, 2009 at 8:58 am
CHAYA – It is not possible to predict how long it will take to become pregnant after tubal reversal, but it is realistic to start trying in March at age 40. The graph on this blog page shows that it is possible to become pregnant after tubal reversal at age 40 and that the pregnancy rate continues to decline with increasing age, so the sooner you start trying to conceive, the better.
November 28th, 2009 at 12:09 pm
I am 33 years old and had my tubal ligation 11years ago. I don’t have my records, but know I had clips used for the sterilization. I recently discovered I gave some reversed curvature of the c-spine as well as herniated discs in the l-spine. I also have genital herpes. Considering these factors, would pregnancy be too risky for me?
November 28th, 2009 at 12:42 pm
Lex
Tubal reversal and pregnancy would be very possible for you. The reversal of tubal clips yields the highest pregnancy success rates. The medical problems you mention should not interfere with tubal reversal surgery, becoming pregnant after tubal reversal, or carrying a pregnancy to full term. In general, if a woman has back problems prior to pregnancy then those problems may magnify the general discomforts of pregnancy but these problems will typically resolve after pregnancy.
I would suggest you talk to the doctor who is taking care of your spine/disc problems and who knows your medical history. They should be able to give you specific information regarding the impact of a future pregnancy on your herniated discs; however, you should keep in mind most women will do well.
November 28th, 2009 at 4:01 pm
I had my tubes tied in 2003 when I had my son. I have three children and all been delivered by c-section. I am planning to get my tubes untied in this coming up year. I am 28 years old. Can you please tell me what chances I will have to become pregnant? Please help.
November 28th, 2009 at 6:29 pm
Tubal ligations performed at c-sections are almost always the Pomeroy procedure. Your chances of getting pregnant after reversing tubal ligation with this method and at age 28 are 90% or more. Call (919) 656-8204 from 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern Time to learn about a special discount if you have your ligation reversal by February.
November 29th, 2009 at 1:37 pm
I am 32 years old and had my tubal ligation 9 yrs ago and had an ablation done 2 years ago because of heavy bleeding. I haven’t had a period since my ablation. I have 3 children which were all healthy pregnancies and no complications. Now I would like to have another baby. Is it still possible for me to get a tubal reversal and get pregnant again?
November 29th, 2009 at 2:23 pm
Tina
If you had an endometrial ablation and you are not having periods then it is not possible to become pregnant with either tubal reversal or IVF.
The ablation removes the lining of your uterus. If you are not having periods then this means you do not have any uterine lining and pregnancy will not be possible. If your menstrual cycle returns then this means your lining has regenerated and then it may be possible to become pregnant with either tubal reversal or IVF.
There is no medical treatment to cause your uterine lining to regrow. If your uterine lining regrows then it is only because the uterine ablation was not very effective in removing your entire uterine lining. A significant number of women who have an ablation will have their menstrual cycle return within five years of the ablation. If it does not then it is only because your lining was effectively removed with the initial ablation procedure.
November 29th, 2009 at 4:35 pm
I am just replying to the answer you game me about not being able to get pregnant since I don’t have any periods but what if I have some spotting- not very noticeable- but do have some. Would I be able to get the tubal reversal done and might there be a chance I could get pregnant? I really want to have another baby before its too late.
November 29th, 2009 at 5:04 pm
Tina
We feel tubal reversal surgery at our center is very safe. If you wanted tubal reversal surgery then we would perform tubal surgery on you as long as there are no serious medical contraindications for outpatient surgery.
I would not recommend tubal reversal for you for two reasons:
1. If you are not having regular periods then you likely do not have much uterine lining after the uterine ablation. This may make it very unlikely to get pregnant after reversal or IVF.
2. Also any pregnancy would be very high risk for miscarriage, preterm birth, and still birth. There are many reports of successful pregnancy after ablation but since you are not having regular periods you may be at higher risk for these problems.
If you would like more information then you should call the office at (919)968-4656 for a free tubal reversal nurse consultation.
November 30th, 2009 at 7:58 pm
I am currently 24 years old and had my tubes tied when I was 22 and had my twins via c section. The twins were my 2 and 3rd children and I didn’t think I wanted anymore. Now they are growing up and getting older and I am wanting to try for a boy (all my kids are girls). Is there a good possibility for me to have my tubes reversed and have a high pregnancy rate?
November 30th, 2009 at 9:01 pm
I am 29 years old and I have 5 kids (11,9,7,5,4,) they are all from my soon to be ex husband. I have found the man of my dreams and I want to have his baby. I don’t know if my tubes were tied, burned, or whatever after I gave birth to my last child, 4 years ago. I’m wondering what is the chance of me having another child with tubal reversal and if there is a long term payment plan. I don’t want to have the baby now I want to in about 2 years after we are married.
November 30th, 2009 at 9:14 pm
KALLIE – At age 29, the chances of having another child after tubal reversal are excellent! We do have a pre-payment plan for tubal reversal surgery. I will ask Ericka Pamplin, our Business Office Manager, to send you an email about the pre-payment plan.
November 30th, 2009 at 9:34 pm
AMANDA – At age 24, your chances of becoming pregnant after reversal of tubal ligation are well over 90%. If you have any questions, please call a Tubal Reversal Nurse at (919) 968-4656. You are the ideal “candidate” for tubal ligation reversal!
December 4th, 2009 at 2:15 am
I am currently 36 years old. I had a tubal ligation when I was 21 after the birth of our third son. We have been wanting another child for years but with three kids, finances have been an issue. My question to you is …When I had my kids, I was thin. I am now 245 pounds and about 5′7″. I am changing the way I eat and obviously trying to lose weight. What weight do I have to be before you would be willing to do a reversal tubal? Also because it’s been so long-I don’t know exactly how my tubes were tied and it’s hard to get the records from that far back. I do have some things to fax to you. Truly,
Stacey
December 4th, 2009 at 6:49 am
STACYM – You can use our BMI calculator for women to find your BMI based on height and weight. The BMI needs to be less than 35 to have your tubal ligation reversed at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. At 5′ 7″, your weight will need to be 217 pounds or less.
December 5th, 2009 at 12:39 am
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December 6th, 2009 at 2:10 am
I am 27 yrs old. I had clips put on my tubes about 6 1/2 years ago. My husband and I decided we want more children. Is it possible to still get pregnant and have a healthy pregnancy without surgery?
December 6th, 2009 at 3:57 am
CHONTE – Removing tubal clips is the most successful of all tubal ligation reversal operations. It is extremely unlikely that you could get pregnant and have a healthy pregnancy without this procedure.
December 7th, 2009 at 9:43 am
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December 10th, 2009 at 3:21 am
I am 27 years old soon to be 28. I have had two ectopic pregnancies, one in 2003 and the other in 2005. It is believed that PID was the cause of my tubal problems. I had to have surgery to remove the embryos with both pregnancies. I think that only half of my tube was removed with my first ectopic and unfortunately my second tubal resulted in rupture. My question being if I do have half of my tube left is it maybe possible that it could be repaired? I would be happy to send you my operative reports. I don’t have any children and my husband and I would want more than anything to be parents.
December 10th, 2009 at 12:37 pm
Holly
You should send us your records and we can give you advice. We would need the operative and pathology reports from any tubal surgery.
You would have to have some tube left with which to work with. We can repair half of a tube by opening the end with a procedure called a microsurgical ampullary salpingostomy. The pregnancy rates are lower with this procedure- 30-60% depending on the quality of the tube.
Feel free to call the office for a tubal reversal consultation with a tubal reversal nurse (919) 968-4656. They can provide information to you on how best to send your records.
December 10th, 2009 at 1:52 pm
I am 30 years old. I have a boyfriend who does not have kids and he wants a baby. I can’t give him that because I had my tubes tied. I had laparoscopic surgery, is there a chance that they could be reversed?
December 10th, 2009 at 10:32 pm
Frances
Most tubal ligations can be reversed. You should call the office and speak with a tubal reversal nurse at (919) 968-4656. You can also ask about our affordable tubal reversal. We are offering a special low price for tubal reversal surgery done before February 28, 2010.
December 15th, 2009 at 7:38 pm
I am 34, have three children, and now regret tying my tubes after my last baby in 2003. I am interested in a tubal reversal; however, I did get a tummy tuck in 2004 since I thought I was done. I may have scar tissue because I have a keloid on the entire incision. Will the keloid interfere with the tubal reversal due to the amount of scar tissue I may have? I have requested my info from the OBGYN and will fax that to you the moment I get it as I do not know what type of tubal procedure was done.
December 15th, 2009 at 7:52 pm
Tay
A keloid should not interfere with your tubal reversal surgery. Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) can make your surgery more challenging but most patients do okay during the reversal surgery.
Please fax us your tubal ligation records as soon as you have them.
December 15th, 2009 at 7:53 pm
TAY – Thank you for your comment. We will look forward to receiving your tubal ligation operative report from your doctor and will contact you when it arrives. If you can send me an image of your keloid scar, that would also be helpful. My email address is DrBerger@tubal-reversal.net. We are always interested in helping women who regret their tubal ligation to be able to reverse tubal ligations.
December 17th, 2009 at 4:30 pm
I am 35 years old. I had my tubes tied after the birth of my fourth child. She is 7 now. My husband and I are separated and getting a divorce. I have a boyfriend who wants children. I would like to have at least 2 with him. I had a very high fertility rate before the tubal. I am also very healthy. I am not sure of what kind of tubal I had. I know they used laproscopic on me as all my births were vaginal. I live in a different state than the one your clinic is in as well. I would pay cash for the procedure, yet my chances are what 54%? At my age. I will be 36 this summer. I am not sure if I should even try. I do not want IVF though. There are too many meds involved.
December 18th, 2009 at 8:25 am
Kathie
Most tubal ligations can be reversed and many patients travel to us from other states. Your chance at pregnancy success would be around 70%.
You should call the office and speak with a tubal reversal nurse at (919) 968-4656. You can also ask about our affordable tubal reversal. We are offering a special low price for tubal reversal surgery done before February 28, 2010.
December 18th, 2009 at 6:20 pm
I am 38. Had one miscarriage at age 18, 2 children full term healthy vaginal deliveries in 92 and 94. tubal in 94 using rings only. endometrial ablation in 06 using hot water no balloon. My bleeding is only slightly reduced but still heavy and resumed immediately following the procedure. i am overweight, a non-smoker, and have no health problems. i have had a saline infused ultrasound which shows the lining of my uterus to be in a healthy state and actually a little thicker than normal. All this seems like my chances of pregnancy may be pretty good following a reversal. i know the ablation procedure is still very new. Can you tell me if there are any statistics available that can tell me what my chances of a healthy pregnancy might be if i do have a reversal?
December 18th, 2009 at 6:39 pm
SOCCER MOM – Read the blog about studies of pregnancy after endometrial ablation. We will be publishing more blogs about pregnancy after tubal reversal and endometrial ablation.
December 21st, 2009 at 4:47 pm
After all of my research, it seems that there is not enough data compiled to give me an accurate picture of my chances of success- 0.9% pregnancy rate was listed as accidental. Were most of these women using birth control as directed following the procedure? There are no measurements of the linings due to 112 out of 113 pregnancies being accidental and a percentage of those being purposefully aborted. Do you have any information on the successful planned pregnancy following ablation and tubal reversal? Was a specific report of that woman’s pregnancy, birth, complications, etc…submitted? If so, did she make it available to the public? It seems there is little information for someone in my position with which to make an informed decision. The listed risks make a huge difference in my decision but it seems my situation is very different from everyone else primarily in that my ablation was a failed procedure. I was not able to access full case studies from the links in your article on endometrial ablation, only very brief summaries that did not answer my questions. Can you help me find more detailed information with which to make an educated decision regarding my course of action, if any? Thank you for your time.
December 21st, 2009 at 6:57 pm
Kathie
You are correct – there is not a lot of information for a woman who has had an ablation to determine what her individual chance is of pregnancy after endometrial abalation. I would also presume there will likely never be any seriously helpful information. Who will study this and how would such a study ever be done?
I also think it could be misleading to try and extrapolate what your risks would be based on any individual factors discussed in a case report. Any attempt to do so could be an attempt to rationalize yourself into a false sense of security. Admittedly, a large number of reported pregnancies are after balloon endometrial ablation.
If you would like more information you will probably have to go to a medical library and look up the citations for more information (unless you internet access to medical journals).
Unfortunately, the best conclusions I can come to at this time are:
1. Pregnancy is possible after ablation if you are having regular menstrual periods.
2. This risks of pregnancy after ablation are miscarriage, preterm pregnancy loss, and placental abnormalities.
3. Individuals will have to decide if they are willing to take these risks- but this same point could be made about the decision of any woman to become pregnant even in the absence of any risk factors.
December 21st, 2009 at 11:33 pm
Hi,
I had a tubal cauterization (tubal coagulation) in 2004 where my doctor burned the entire length of my tubes and there are none left. Is it possible at this point to have a reversal still done? I am 29 years old with two healthy children. Also is there an option to check and see if I am a candidate. Such as a preliminary operation/check up? I have requested my labwork from the doctor, there are no pictures and no notes stating how much of the tube was taken. It only states that the procedure was done and that it was a success. He told me before it was done that it would be the entire tube burned. Please help. My current husband really wants a baby and I don’t want to pay for a surgery that won’t work. He is deployed to Baghdad and I want to be ready when he comes home to have the baby.
Thanks
December 21st, 2009 at 11:42 pm
D Chaney
It is possible to have a reversal after your tubes have been ‘burned’- or the more correct term is tubal coagulation.
It is not possible to reverse or to become naturally pregnant if your entire tube has been burned.
Tubal coagulation is a common form of tubal ligation and we are able to reverse most of these types of tubal occlusion.
I would recommend you call the office at (919) 968-4656 to speak with a reversal nurse.
I would also recommend you send us the records from your tubal ligation procedure so we can see if your surgery is reversible. Sometimes medical issues are not communicated or understood well and, if we can see your records, we can make sure this is not the case.
If your records are unavailable then you can consider a screening laparoscopy. During this procedure we insert a small camera before doing the reversal. If reversal is not possible we stop the procedure and you would get a substantial refund.
December 22nd, 2009 at 3:43 am
I have 4 children from previous marriage and I am 35 yrs old. My husband and I really want to have a baby! With my fourth child I had a c-section and I believe the Pomeroy method was done. Since my ligation I have gotten pregnant 3 times in my tubes. I didn’t have to get surgery because each time it was caught early. Two of the pregnancies my body just miscarried and one I got a shot of methotrexate to terminate the tubal pregnancy. It seems that my body isn’t having any trouble conceiving but the egg never makes it to my uterus because of the ligation is there a chance that it can be reversed and due to the three tubal pregnancies did that put any strain on my tubes. Please help I really want to get this surgery ASAP if it can be done.
December 22nd, 2009 at 3:31 pm
I am 27 years old and I have 4 kids. I had my tubes tied when I had my last child. It has been 5 years since I had them tied. Is there any possibility of me getting pregnant?
December 22nd, 2009 at 3:54 pm
Elizabeth
The only way to become pregnant after a tubal ligation is to have tubal reversal surgery or IVF.
Most tubal ligations can be reversed. We do this surgery as a simple, one hour outpatient surgery.
You should call the office and speak with a tubal reversal nurse at (919) 968-4656. You can also ask about our affordable tubal reversal. We are offering a special low price for tubal reversal surgery done before February 28, 2010.
December 22nd, 2009 at 4:04 pm
Heather
Sounds like a fistula (small abnormal connection) has formed since your tubal ligation.
Tubal reversal and successful pregnancy are possible because of your young age.
If the ectopic pregnancies spontaneously resolved or you had methotrexate then there should not be any damage to your tubes.
You should send us the records from your tubal ligation surgery and we can better advise you. You are also welcome to call the office at (919) 968-4656 to speak with a tubal reversal nurse.
Currently, we are offering a low price and an affordable tubal reversal surgery for any reversal surgery scheduled and done before February 28, 2010.
December 24th, 2009 at 2:58 pm
I have a question. I see women in their early 40s asking questions but I don’t see anyone older than about 45 or 45. I am 49 and had a my tubes tied in 2002. Never in my life been on birth control, at 18 at got married for 13 years and never got pregnant. Second marriage, after 5 years and 3 months of fertility drugs, still nothing but a few months after I stopped fertility (Clomid) I got pregnant on one try at age 36. Had a beautiful healthy daughter. At 41, over a two week visit to NY with (who is now my fiance) I conceived my second daughter with no help whatsoever. I was 42 when she was born. I changed my mind in the hospital about the tube tying thing but when they decided this time I would have a c-section, they went ahead and did it. My fiance and I are getting finally getting married and I loved being pregnant and love babies and want another child. Is there anybody at 49-50 who has had this procedure and been successful. As you can see, I had trouble the first two husbands, but my husband to be he just looked at me and I was pregnant (LOL). Thanks.
December 24th, 2009 at 4:54 pm
To my knowledge, the oldest woman who became pregnant and delivered a baby was 48 at the time of her tubal ligation reversal. Women age 49 and older have conceived but miscarried their pregnancies.
December 27th, 2009 at 3:58 am
I am a 42 year old with 5 children ages 25,21,20,15 & 11. I had filshie clip TL in 1999. I have had lots of physical problems since my TL. I had my hormone levels tested 2 months ago and was told that my levels are post-menopausal. I believe I suffer from PTLS and am considering having a reversal in hopes of relieving my severe symptoms. Do you think that reversal is a viable option for PTLS. Also, do you think my chances for another pregnancy are good after reversal? Thanks for your advice.
December 28th, 2009 at 10:09 pm
Yvonne, my name is Antionette and I posted an inquiry back in September 16th and had a TR on December 15th, 2009 with Dr. Berger. Thoroughly enjoyed my series of chats with his office staff pre-op and the procedure. I am a 44 going on 45 year in April 2010 and am a mother of 4. If you would like to contact me to keep in touch, I’d love to chat. adcurrie37@hotmail.com.
December 29th, 2009 at 6:36 am
HEATHER – What hormones have you tested and what are the results?
December 29th, 2009 at 11:46 pm
I am 32 yrs old and i have two children a boy and a girl..I had got my tubes tied, cut and burnt in 2000..I wondering would i still be able to conceive a baby??
December 30th, 2009 at 1:09 am
Hi there, I am 27 and I have 3 children 10, 3 and my 19 month old baby just passed away in august this year. I had my tubes tied after his birth and it was the biggest mistake of my life. After his passing my husband and I are desperate to have more kids. I just received my post op report from my tubal ligation and it says my tubes were cut then burned “at the stump” and the remaining tube was sent to pathology. Do you think it is at all possible to reverse this and have a successful pregnancy or is IVF a better option? Thank you for your help. Sarah
December 30th, 2009 at 6:19 am
RENEE – Look at Table 5 in your age category and under “Coagulation” and you will see your chances of being able to conceive a baby after tubal reversal are excellent – 75%.
December 30th, 2009 at 6:31 am
SARAHNICK – I am sorry to learn about your loss. At age 27, your chances of becoming pregnant again after tubal reversal when performed at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center are 90% or higher. The success rate of IVF is about 30%. Tubal reversal is a better option than IVF.
December 30th, 2009 at 10:02 pm
I am 45…will soon be 46. I have two children ages 20 & 17. I had a TL in 1992 after my second child. My tubes were burnt and I still have regular periods. What’s the chances of a pregnancy after reversal and I am concerned about birth defects. Any info would be appreciated.
December 31st, 2009 at 8:39 am
PHILL – The chances of pregnancy after reversal at age 46 are about 10-15%. At age 46, the chance of having a baby with Down Syndrome is approximately 4%.
December 31st, 2009 at 7:05 pm
I am a 35 year old woman who had tubal ligation by Hulka clips in 2000. However, the procedure was not entirely successful as one of the clips fell off and is now housed near my left hip. I was seeing a fertility doctor who did an HSG, showing my tubes are healthy and not severed in any way. The right clip is still attached, with no separation. The right tube is blocked at the clip. The left tube is open to the ovary, but there appears to be some type of blockage at the ovary, not where the clip was originally attached. The fertility doctor refuses to perform surgery so I can have more children in my new marriage. He only wants to move forward with IVF, which is not only costly but has a very high rate of multiple births. Can your office help me?
January 1st, 2010 at 8:56 pm
I am planning to have surgery at Chapel Hill Reversal Center Feb. 2010. I just had a couple questions about tubal reversal recovery time. How long after the reversal should we wait to try to conceive or even have marital relations? What time period after surgery should I wait to resume my exercise routine? I am 30 and have had bipolarization tubal ligation. I was told that I have enough tube to go ahead with surgery. Is there anything else that might stand in my way of having the surgery? BMI under 35.
January 2nd, 2010 at 11:21 am
I am 33 with 3 healthy children. I had a tubal ligation at age 19 after my third child, way too young to make a decision that would affect the rest of my life. I had a ruptured ectopic pregnancy 5 yrs after my tubal ligation. Will a reversal be an option for me with only having one tube? And what would my chances be of becoming pregnant if I were to get the reversal?
January 2nd, 2010 at 12:09 pm
I am 35 and want to have another baby I had my tubial done in 2002 and i think they have clamps on them and i was told that it would cost alot of money to get the reversal done and it is not guarenteable for me to get pregnant, I’m not going to ask can i still get pregnant cause from what i read i know it’s possible. My question is is there a payment plan to pay for tubal reversal.
January 2nd, 2010 at 12:14 pm
CHASTITY ROBERTS – We will certainly be happy to help you correct the tubal blockage near the ovary on your left side and remove the Hulka clip from your right tube.
January 2nd, 2010 at 12:23 pm
BRANDI – We will talk about these questions when you are here for your tubal reversal procedure. Basically, you can resume exercise and relations as quickly as you feel comfortable. On average, that is a week or so after the surgery.
January 2nd, 2010 at 12:28 pm
BECKY – Tubal reversal is certainly an option having only one tube. At age 33, your chances of becoming pregnant after tubal ligation reversal would be about 70%.
January 2nd, 2010 at 12:31 pm
JENNY – Here is a link to our Pre-payment form for tubal reversal. Contact Ericka Pamplin at ErickaP@tubal-reversal.net and she will assist you.
January 3rd, 2010 at 6:16 pm
I am 45 nearly 46 years young. I had 8 c-sections and had my tubes tied after the 8th child 11 years ago. I would like to know if I would be a candidate for this procedure. I always regretted having a tuba ligation. My first pregnancy was a tubal pregnancy so one tube was removed. But I was able to have 8 live births after.
January 3rd, 2010 at 10:50 pm
Hello I’m a 36yr mother of two (4yrs & 17yrs). My tubes have been tied for 4yrs now. I am would like to have another child with in the next 1 1/2 years. I’m concerned that with my age I may have a problem. Should I get my tubes untied now based on the chances that it may not occur right away?
January 4th, 2010 at 4:28 am
hi!i have 2 children,i was told that i would have trouble haveing them.the first one i got pregnant on my own.the second one fertility pills and lost. the third one fertility.my tubes were tide then. but im wanting to have another one.im 39 years of age.the obgyn doctor are talking about ivf.what are my chances of becoming pregnant with tubal reversal.
January 4th, 2010 at 12:36 pm
DEBBIE – Although women over 40 have a harder time getting pregnant, as long as menstruation is occurring regularly, the possibility exists that you might be able to become pregnant again. However, after 8 c-sections, it would be best to have tubal surgery performed in the hospital rather than as outpatient surgery. Speak with your local ob/gyn about this.
January 4th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
SHANI – It does make sense for you to have your tubes untied now to have the best chance of becoming pregnant after tubal repair within the next 18 months.
January 4th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
SHANNON – Look at Table 3 on this page labeled “Pregnancy Rates by Age”. It shows a 64% pregnancy rate for women in the age group 35-39. This means that about 2 out of 3 women who had tubal ligation reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center at age 35-39 become pregnant. This is certainly higher than the pregnancy rate with IVF for women in their late thirties. Plus, the cost is much less to have a tubal ligation reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center.
January 4th, 2010 at 4:15 pm
I’m a 33 year old mom (13, 12, 10, and 7) and had my tubes burned/cut in 2002 after my last pregnancy. I since divorced and want to remarry but have the option of “getting pregnant” if my husband wants additional children. I had 2 miscarriages (one in 1998 and one in 2001). My tubes were cut in 3 places in each tube via monopolar coagulation according to the operative report. I want to reattach my tubes by tubal reanastomosis or implant procedures. IVF in Maryland costs $10,000+ and although my ovaries and uterus (according to the IVF doctor) are great, I don’t want to waste money. Is tubal reversal a positive possibility for me? What are the costs of the procedure?
January 4th, 2010 at 4:52 pm
Rhonda B
Tubal reversal and pregnancy are a real possibility after reversal.
Monopolar coagulation can be reversed but can also be very destructive to the fallopian tube. It would be a good idea to let us look at the operative report and we may be able to give you a better idea about the possibilities of tubal reversal surgery.
Tubal reversal surgery at our center costs between $5,900 to $6,900. Currently, we are offering a lower surgical price special for all reversal surgeries scheduled and performed before February 28, 2010.
You should call the office at (919) 968-4656 for more information about tubal reversal.
January 4th, 2010 at 4:52 pm
RHONDA B – Tubal reversal is a better option than IVF for you. Tubal reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center has a higher success rate and is less costly than IVF.
January 5th, 2010 at 3:45 pm
I’m 25 years old i had my tubes tied in 2006 when i had my 3rd child. now im married and my husband has no bio children and i would LOVE for us to have a baby together i talked with my ob/gyn and he said he didn’t remove any tube and the way he did it,it should be easy to reversed. i also have had 3 c-sections. what are my chances of having a healthy pregnancy???
January 5th, 2010 at 5:34 pm
KANDICE – At 25 years of age, your chances of having a healthy pregnancy after reversing your tubal ligation are 90% or higher. You are in the best category for successful tubal ligation reversal. Call one of the Tubal Reversal Nurses at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center at (919) 968-4656 and they will be very happy to assist you!
January 5th, 2010 at 10:47 pm
I have a question about tubal reversal. I am 38, married, and have 4 children; ages 19,16,13, and 9 all born through c-section. One emergency and three bikini- I did have my tubes tied after the fourth but now 9 1/2 years later I would like that reversed- I am for the most part healthy, have a few pounds to lose, am on blood pressure meds but other than that I am healthy- Have never had a problem conceiving or carrying to term- Never have had a tubal pregnancy or miscarriage. My question is this; What are the possibilities of having a successful tubal reversal surgery and my actual getting pregnant?
THANK YOU!
January 5th, 2010 at 11:06 pm
Stacy
If you come to our center for a successful tubal reversal, you will have a 98% chance of having at least one tube successfully reversed and over a 90% chance of having both tubes reversed.
At the age of 38, your chances for pregnancy success after tubal reversal based on age alone would be 64%. This is compared to IVF where the average chance for pregnancy success is 35%.
You can call one of our Tubal Reversal Nurses at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center at (919) 968-4656 and they will be happy to answer any additional questions for you.
January 7th, 2010 at 6:59 am
I am twenty five years old i had my tubes tied after my fourth child on December 3, 2007 the same day of my c-section. I have four boys (5,4,3,2). iwas not married when i made the choice to do it. Well now i’m married to my childrens father and we just dont feel like our family is yet complete. I was young and felt like i had enough children, and now me and my husband regret it. I want to have a little girl really bad. Do u think. I am very healthy and never had problems durin my surgery. I dont know what type or tubal the doctor performed on me. i just signed a paper and told him i wanted my tubes tied. Being young i did not do my research on gettiin my tubes tied. so i want to know is it possible i can get pregnant after tubal reversal and do you think it will work for m?? Please help Us!!!
January 7th, 2010 at 8:09 am
JENNIFER CORNISH – At age 25, your chances of getting pregnant after tubal ligation reversal when performed at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center are above 90%. We will be very happy to help you and your husband complete your family!
January 7th, 2010 at 10:39 am
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January 8th, 2010 at 11:16 am
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January 8th, 2010 at 9:55 pm
I had my tubes burned about 5 years ago and now my husband and I would like to have another child. What is the success rate on women whose tubes have been burned?
January 8th, 2010 at 11:16 pm
AMY DEAL – The success rate for women whose tubes have been burned are shown as pregnancy rates after reversal of tubal coagulation.
January 9th, 2010 at 10:06 pm
Hi Dr Berger this is Heather from Dec 27th. Im not positive if my memory is correct but I think my estrogen was 3.5 and progesterone was 0.5 . Testosterone was low too but not as low as the above mentioned. I can call on Monday and try to get a verbal reading from the nurse. Are these levels able to be reversed with TR?
Thanks for your help.
January 9th, 2010 at 11:46 pm
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January 10th, 2010 at 12:07 am
I am 42 years of age. I have 4 children, 3 were born via c-section. With the last birth in 1994 I had a tubal ligation. I am now with the love of my life. We would both love the chance to try and have a child together. Am I a candidate for the reversal procedure?
January 10th, 2010 at 10:22 am
HEATHER – When in your cycle were these drawn?
January 10th, 2010 at 10:28 am
HARRIET – As long as you are having regular menstrual periods, you are a good candidate for a tubal reversal.
January 10th, 2010 at 2:17 pm
Dr. Berger, I believe I was mid cycle. I am still having periods but they are sometimes irregular. Mostly they are 28 days apart but recently the bleeding is longer or shorter than normal and in October I missed it all together.November length was normal but December only lasted 3 days and it was a horribly painful period.
Thanks again, Heather
January 10th, 2010 at 3:20 pm
HEATHER – Have you had an FSH level yet? If not, this would be good to obtain.
January 10th, 2010 at 3:34 pm
Dr. Berger… I think I did. I will call my clinic tomorrow,get all the results with the test date and post them here for you. I was given DHEA and progesterone for replacement therapy but discontinued it after 2 months as it seemed there was no change.
Thanks for your quick responses Dr. Berger, I am certainly hoping that a reversal is a viable option for me. Heather
January 11th, 2010 at 7:30 pm
Dr. Berger, sorry it took so long, the clinic just got back with me. Here are my results:
Date test drawn…09-03-09
LMP … 08-19-09
Estrodial(sp) … below 7
Progesterone … 0.5
Testosterone …28
Free Testosterone … 0.6
DHEA …124
FSH … 61.5
TH 4 …1.31
TSH …0.851
Lut Hormone …21.9
Triiodothronine …3.1
I hope this will help. I would like to know if having the TR will be worthwhile to me for PTLS relief and if you think a pregnancy is possible. Thank you for you input.
January 11th, 2010 at 8:13 pm
Hello Again Dr. Berger, I have been doing some reading since I last wrote and I don’t think things look good for me, my FSH is way too high and my est/progest levels are almost nothing. It seems that I did some heavy damage to myself by having my tubes tied and am pretty regretful about that decision(won’t ever recommend it to my friends). My grandmother did not go through menopause till she was 55 so Im pretty sure that at 42 it is not necessarily normal for me to be so far into menopause. My question to you is do you think a reversal would change my hormones back to normal levels for a woman my age? Thanks for indulging me and my questions…Heather
January 11th, 2010 at 8:30 pm
HEATHER – Your hormone levels are consistent with menopause. Tubal reversal will not correct this situation.
January 11th, 2010 at 10:32 pm
How far in advance can one schedule tubal reversal surgery? I have decided I want a tubal reversal, I have two children and am now married and would like one with my husband….I really cannot afford it this year, but would really love to have it done in spring of 2011….I live in Chesapeake VA.
January 12th, 2010 at 1:59 pm
I am 42 and my FSH levels are high, does that mean even with regular cycles, and previous children, that tubal reversal should not be considered? I had my tubes tied when i was 22, I have 5 boys, 4 regular births, 1 c-section, 3 singles, and twins(c-section and normal), my last son was delivered by regular delivery. I had some test done and it appears my FSH level is high, and i was told that IVF or Donor Egg would be better, however this is not something i can afford. I wanted to do the reversal, and i know nothing is guaranteed but at least if there is chance, this would be a more affordable option than IVF or donor eggs. I planned on scheduling for April 2010. However being told not to waste my money with Tubal Reversal since my FSH is high IVF or Donor Egg would be best. My cycles are consistent monthly…I was given clomid for 5 days, responded well, produced a follicle, and ovulation occurred? In hearing this, i called into work as i really had my hopes on at least having a chance to conceive. I know nothing is guaranteed, but is pregnancy impossible for me at this point. I checked the statistics and i know the chance is there, but the OB GYN clinic made it seem like it was impossible. Is this true in my case?
January 12th, 2010 at 2:36 pm
Gwen LaFleur
As age increases the ability to become pregnant does decrease. Neither we nor a test can predict who will or will not become pregnant. If you are having regular periods then there is always a chance you can become pregnant after tubal ligation reversal surgery.
January 13th, 2010 at 12:47 am
i am 35 i was told my tubes were tied, cut and burned can you still do a reversal and if you can would my chances be lower then the chart because of my tubes being burned?
January 13th, 2010 at 8:55 am
AMY – A reversal can be done on tubes that have been tied, cut, and burned. The chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal are shown on this page – your chances would be the same as for women in the category of tubal coagulation.
January 14th, 2010 at 7:25 am
Hi my name is Melanie I am 36 yrs. old with 2 beautiful boys. I was very young when I turned into a single mom and thought there was no way I could handle any more. I had my tubes tied when I was only 22 and thought I would be ok with that decision it was a very quick decision and not a lot of thought put into it. What I am wondering is if after all these years would a reversal work for me and what might be the cost. I realized a few yrs. back as my kids were getting older I am not ready to not be a mommy anymore. I am very much in love and he has no children so this is extremely important to the both of us…Thank you so much for your time.
January 14th, 2010 at 8:15 am
MELANIE – At age 36, the chances of tubal reversal working for you are approximately 65-70%. We will be happy to help you! Contact one of the Tubal Reversal Nurses at (919) 968-4656 for assistance.
January 18th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
I am 33 with four kids (17,12,8,8). With the twins 1 was vaginal the other c-section and the TL was performed. 2 years ago I had a dermoid removed. Would that effect having the surgery at all? I have researched doing the surgery for past 3 years. I have looked at many websites and read doctor credentials. I really want to have the surgery done here. When I heard about the special I was ready to schedule. After all the times I looked at the website I guess I overlooked the info on BMI. I am about 5’7.5 almost 5’8 and weigh about 225. Would I be able to have the surgery by the end of Feb? I have always been heavy but not overweight. The weight is not in my abdomen area. I have never had any problems with surgeries or getting pregnant. Please advise.
January 18th, 2010 at 2:27 pm
Shay
If we use 5ft 7 inches and your weight of 225lbs then your BMI would be 35.2. This is over our limit of 35. You would have to lose approximately 5 lbs to make our BMI cut-off.
Many patients are able to lose weight for tubal reversal surgery. It is extremely important your height be accurate in making this calculation. We will often ask patients who are close to the BMI limit to go to their physicians for an accurate determination of their height and weight.
January 22nd, 2010 at 1:09 pm
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January 23rd, 2010 at 1:47 am
Dear Dr Berger,
I’m turning 40 in June of this year, I had my tubes tied in 1994.I have 3 children 20,17,and 15 and all 3 c-section, i had this procedure done in my country (Jamaica)where i had my children i had my tubes tied right after i gave birth.I met this wonderful man about 10 yrs ago and we’ve been married now for about 3 yrs we would love to have a child together. Do you think it’s possible to have a tubal reversal even though the procedure was not done in this country?
January 23rd, 2010 at 8:30 am
Shannett
Most tubal ligation procedures are standard from country to country and are also reversible. We are able to reverse tubes in 98% of our patients.
You should call the office at (919) 968-4656 to speak with a tubal reversal nurse who will be able to answer all your questions. You can also email our Nurse Administrator at Julia Smith JuliaS@tubal-reversal.net
and she can assist you as well.
January 24th, 2010 at 4:51 pm
I am past 40, and wondering what is the oldest you have dealt with for a ligation reversal in your clinic?
January 24th, 2010 at 5:00 pm
The oldest woman who has had a baby after tubal ligation reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center was 48 years old.
January 25th, 2010 at 12:42 am
Hello! I am 36, a mother of two…I had my tubes tied when I had my second child, I also had a cyst removed from one of my ovaries, and about four years ago had an ablation…can your method help me have a baby? Please advise.
January 25th, 2010 at 8:42 am
ROXY F – If you are still have menstrual periods after your ablation, then you can have your tubes untied with the expectation of becoming pregnant.
January 25th, 2010 at 8:41 pm
I do not have a menstrual period every month, but every three months I have spotting…does that count as a menstrual period?
January 25th, 2010 at 8:45 pm
Roxy F – That is not a normal menstrual period. You should consult a doctor to find out why you are not menstruating normally. Your menstrual history indicates that you are not ovulating, and without ovulation occurring regularly you will not be likely to become pregnant.
January 28th, 2010 at 3:20 pm
I’m 33 years old and I want to have another baby. I had my tubes tied in 2001 and I was wondering what are my chances of having another baby.
January 28th, 2010 at 6:23 pm
Diana – You can see in Table 3 and Table 5 that your chances of having another baby after tubal reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center are 70% or more.
January 29th, 2010 at 10:43 am
I am 36 years old and I want to have another baby though one of my tubes is blocked according to HSG report.
January 29th, 2010 at 3:18 pm
What are the chances of getting pregnant if your tubes were tied for 17 years?
January 29th, 2010 at 6:43 pm
The chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal depend on your current age. You can see the pregnancy rates among patients at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center according to age on the “Pregnancy Statistics” page.
January 29th, 2010 at 6:49 pm
Amahorji Helen – You blocked tube can be unblocked with tubal surgery.
January 31st, 2010 at 9:48 pm
I have had 5 c-section all full term with my last daughter i tied my tubes this happen in 1999 it been ten years i am 32 years old i need to know if i can get pregnant again if i do this tube reversal what are my chances of getting pregnant again i would love to have another baby can you help me?
January 31st, 2010 at 10:20 pm
Tammy – We will be happy to help you. You can see your chances of getting pregnant after tubal reversal on the “Pregnancy Statistics” page of the Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center website.
February 1st, 2010 at 3:05 am
What is the longest period from the moment your patient has had after tubal reversal to the time she became pregnant? And were any of them over?