Would tubal reversal or IVF be more ideal for me?

Should I get Tubal Reversal or IVF? I am 33 and have three children. My tubes were tied almost 10 years ago now. My insurance will cover most of the cost of an IVF, but not sure if it would cover a reversal.

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The cost for tubal reversal is substantially less than for IVF if you pay out of pocket, but since your insurance will cover most of the cost of IVF, that would certainly be the least costly treatment for you.

Answered by A Personal Choice Tubal Reversal (View Profile)

The cost for tubal reversal is substantially less than for IVF if you pay out of pocket, but since your insurance will cover most of the cost of IVF, that would certainly be the least costly treatment for you.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


IVF LA Reproductive Associates

Published on Sep 24, 2012

It really depends on the IVF lab you use and the procedure that was done on your tubes. I would check the SART online to see the pregnancy rates from the center you would like to use for IVF. If you see that the pregnancy rates for patients based on tubal infertility and your age is better than 50 percent, you might give them a try. The pregnancy rates from tubal reversal are usually no less than 55 percent and as high as 92 percent. Check with your insurance to see if tubal reversal will be covered.

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Answered by IVF LA Reproductive Associates

It really depends on the IVF lab you use and the procedure that was done on your tubes. I would check the SART online to see the pregnancy rates from the center you would like to use for IVF. If you see that the pregnancy rates for patients based on tubal infertility and your age is better than 50 percent, you might give them a try. The pregnancy rates from tubal reversal are usually no less than 55 percent and as high as 92 percent. Check with your insurance to see if tubal reversal will be covered.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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