Reverse your sterilization procedure
You can reclaim your fertility
Check to see if your sterilization can be reversed
Having a baby can be an option again
The Essure Reversal procedure is a safe, cost-effective option
Get back to normal faster with robotic surgery
Overview
Essure is a type of permanent birth control that is placed non-surgically in a doctor’s office. The procedure involves permanently placing a soft, flexible insert into each Fallopian tube. The insert consists of polyester fibers, nickel-titanium alloy and stainless steel. The Essure inserts do not contain hormones.
Essure tubal microinserts were not designed to be removed. However, you may want the inserts removed because of regret, complications, or the development of pelvic pain and other symptoms that may or may not be caused by the device. Traditionally, Essure sterilization is considered irreversible due to extensive scarring along a large portion of the fallopian tube. Even though the Essure birth control method is meant to be permanent, it can be reversed.
Essure removal is typically performed laparoscopically by making a small incision in the abdomen, and removing both coils from the Fallopian tubes. Essure reversal is performed to make sure that there is no chance of the coils disrupting a growing pregnancy. The procedure involves resection of a portion of the uterine cornua (corner) with removal of the Essure device. The remaining fallopian tube is then reintroduced into the uterus and sutured in place. This procedure usually takes around 2 hours to perform. Dr. Neef is one of only a few doctors nationwide to perform the Essure reversal using the DaVinci robotic platform.
Benefits
Essure removal, incorporating robotic surgery, is a form of minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery that utilizes robotic hands, thus providing a safe and effective means of resuming your fertility. Essure reversal involves removing the device and the scar tissue within the fallopian tubes. The procedure itself is outpatient, and typically only lasts around 30-45 minutes.
Essure reversal robotic surgery does not require a large abdominal or uterine incision
Allows you to become pregnant naturally
Patients are usually discharged the following day with a prescription for pain meds.
Recovery time is around 2 weeks.
Restore your natural fertility
Essure Reversal is possible after sterilization
Tubouterine Implantation Removal
Microsurgical Essure Removal
Reverse your sterilization
Essure is a form of tubal occlusion by inserting sterile metallic coils into the fallopian tubes causing them to scar and close. For many reasons, you desire to have your Essure coils removed with a desire for a future pregnancy. Don’t wait. Get those coils out of your body. Dr. Jason Neef is the best person for this procedure.
Patient Care
A robotic laparoscopic Essure reversal is a technique of minimally-invasive surgery. It involves the use of special small instruments for removing the coils repairing/or relocating the fallopian tubes. Typically, the procedure involves resection of a portion of the uterine cornua (corner) with removal of the Essure device. The remaining fallopian tube is then reintroduced into the uterus and sutured in place. Essure removal is a safe procedure, and the risks that are involved in this procedure are also low if you have good reproductive health. The risks are general for any surgery, such as anesthesia complications, bleeding during or after surgery, injury to other organs, and infection. A preoperative consultation with Dr. Neef includes a review of some factors like age, gynecological health, and a review of your previous method of sterilization.
Before Surgery
A preoperative evaluation is performed one to 14 days prior to surgery. During the preoperative visit, patients:
undergo a physical exam
pelvic ultrasound evaluation.
preoperative blood work
Final instructions for surgery include instructions not to eat or drink anything after 10:00 pm the night prior to surgery.
After Surgery
For a few days after surgery, you'll probably have some pain and tenderness around the incision. Patients often find that over-the-counter medication such as NSAIDs (Ibuprofen, Motrin, Aleve) and a heating pad are all they need after the first 72 hours. Post-op benefits of robotic Essure removal include:
Less Post-Surgical Pain
The patient usually feels some pain after the surgery. Post surgical pain is a very average condition but brings discomfort to the patients. But in robotic surgery, the patient feels less pain and stays comparatively comfortable.
Quicker Recovery
Every patient is concerned about her recovery time. Everyone wants to recover soon. If the tubal reversal is performed through robotic technique, the recovery time is fast, and the patient can resume her normal activities in less time as compared to other techniques. This is the most significant benefit of the surgical technique.
Fewer Chances of Complications
There is a fear of complications in every surgery. The difficulties are connected with the surgical techniques. In robotic tubal reversal surgery, there are only a few chances of complications.
Why Dr. Neef is
the Best for Surgery
No need to travel miles away from home for an experienced robotic surgeon to perform your Essure reversal. Dr. Neef performs many surgical procedures for multiple gynecologic problems, but his main focus is on tubal reversal procedures for restoration of fertility. He has undergone additional training to perform Essure removals.
Dr. Neef is one of only a few doctors nationally who can restore your fertility by reversing your sterilization. He and his team are nearby, close to your home, within easy access in your local community.
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FAQ
Most Popular Questions
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Robotic and laparoscopic approaches allow complete removal of Essure devices, usually without major complications.
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Reversals are usually performed through a small incision. The pain that patients feel after pelvic surgery is usually incisional pain; Essure reversals are no different. The smaller the incision, the less the pain you feel.
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Dr. Neef is one of the few nationally recognized, and local robotic gynecological surgeons trained in Essure Reversals using the Da Vinci robotic platform.
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The Essure Removal procedure is a microsurgical procedure that takes about a 1/2 hour. During the procedure, a 2-3” incision is made right above the pubic hairline. The surgeon
then removes the remove the ENTIRE coil.
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Most of the recovery happens in the first 2 to 3 days, and full recovery time is approximately 2 weeks.
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Procedures to remove Essure can cost anywhere from $2,000 to $8,000. The cost varies depending on the severity of side effects and type of surgery.
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Most insurance plans should cover Essure removal. Patients should verify with their insurance provider.
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Essure reversal should not affect hormones or the appetite, thus not induce weight gain.
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Removal of the Essure Coils may allow you to naturally conceive.
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An Essure reversal involves removing the device and the scar tissue within the fallopian tubes.