As a general rule in surgery a "re do" of anything is harder because of scarring and the changes that occur with tissue planes. Having said that, I have done numerous repeat vasectomies and even ones after I have done a vasectomy reversal and as a rule they are not much more difficult. The urologist just picks an area that is "virgin." Regarding sedation, it is never a bad idea to be comfortable and experience a near pain free procedure, however you will probably do well with whatever measures for pain were taken for the first procedure.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Depending on the experience of your urologist, if he or she can easily identify your vasa (tubes), a repeat vasectomy can, at times, be done without sedation. It's best to let your doctor examine you and make that call.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
That would depend on the indication for the second vasectomy. If it is for failure of the initial vasectomy, then sedation would be a good idea to facilitate the procedure. I would review with your urologist what is best approach.
Published on Jul 11, 2012