General-Anesthesia-Vasectomy-Reversal

FAQ: What kind of anesthesia is used for a vasectomy reversal?

It is preferred to perform vasectomy reversal under general anesthesia, mainly to ensure that the patient is completely still during this fine, meticulous procedure. The opening to the canal that is reconnected in the vas deferens for sperm to flow through is no larger than the period at the end of this sentence and the sutures used to reconnect the ends are smaller in diameter than an eyelash.