Test Your Knowledge

Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about tubal reversal:

1. Am I a candidate for tubal reversal?
   
   
2. What are the chances my tubal reversal will be successful?
   
   
3. If it’s reversed, how likely is it that I will get pregnant?
   
   
4. What are the risks associated with this procedure?
   
   
5. Will I have the reversal performed as an outpatient or inpatient?
   
   
6. What type of anesthesia will I receive?
   
   
7. What are my restrictions following the procedure?
   
   
8. Which tests can be used to determine if the surgery was successful?
   
   
9. How soon can we try to conceive after the procedure?
   
   
10. If the reversal is not successful, what other treatments are available to me?
    
    
11. Am I a good candidate for in vitro fertilization?