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Me and my partner would like a child but unfortunately he had a vasectomy about 10 years ago? how do we go about it?

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Reversal procedure: There are facilities in this country that do vasectomy reversals. The success of such procedures varies. Pregnancy with a donor sperm is also an option.A visit to a fertility center could provide you with the local options for your review.

Dr Fricke and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/20/2012

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