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Whenever you are ready to schedule you surgery just call and speak to on of the tubal reversal nurses and we will be glad to help you through the process of selecting a date and getting ready for surgery. Due to possible problems that can occur with dye injection (hydrotubation), the use of this technique is not always an accurate indicator regarding whether the tubes are open or not and may leave a question regarding whether there is tubal patency after surgery. The stent technique is the better approach in our opinion to avoid any doubt. Another advantage of the using a stent during the operation is that it is sterile, while injecting dye solution through the cervix into the uterus and tubes may carry bacteria into the fallopian tubes. The stent does not damage the tubes, and it ensures that they are open so a dye test is not necessary. You can see how this looks on our website at http://www.tubal-reversal.net/tubal_anastomosis_implantation.htm . There is an illustration showing the placement of the stent. Good Luck! Fran M, RN
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On the home page under practical issues at the left you will find links to getting started and necessary labs and paperwork. Check it out. When they schedule you, they will send info also. Good luck w/ quitting smoking and congrats on being able to schedule soon!
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They do make sure that the tubes are open before you leave surgery. Make sure you have the blood work done. Take a small tummy pillow with you for after. I love my note book that I used. I wrote down everything. My husband used it day of surgery. We wrote what time to take meds how much, how long my tubes were, and any other info we would want or need later. I wish you all the best. And have fun on your big day when you go. It was like our honeymoon and Christmas for me,lol. Miranda
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i have been reading these blogs for a while now, and i have all my finances in order to schedule an appt. YAY!!! my question is what if anything do i need to do in prep for the surgery. I have been an off and on smoker for 10 years and Im currently on, but planning on quiting as soon as i finish this pack. I have quit before for years at a time, especially when my kids were babies. I only weigh 144 and 5 ft 7 in. I consider myself in good health. But i want everything to go smooth. I dont want to be disqualified for any reason so any feedback is greatly appreciated.
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