A surgical procedure to reverse vasectomy and restore natural fertility in men
In a historic breakthrough for Indian
urological surgery, the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and
Research (PGIMER) has performed the country’s first robot-assisted
vasovasostomy, marking a significant technological advancement in male infertility
treatment.
The procedure was conducted on
Wednesday by a team of specialists led by Dr Aditya Prakash Sharma and Dr
Girdhar Bora, Additional Professors in the Department of Urology, along with
Prof Ravi Mohan. The patient, a 43-year-old man suffering from secondary
infertility due to a prior vasectomy, was discharged just a day after the
surgery.
Vasovasostomy, commonly known as vasectomy reversal, involves
reconnecting the severed ends of the vas deferens to restore fertility.
Traditionally performed under an operating microscope, the complex procedure
was completed for the first time in India by using the da Vinci Surgical
System.
“This innovation reflects PGIMER’s
commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology into clinical care,” said Dr
Sharma. “Robotic assistance allows for meticulous suturing with ultra-fine
threads—thinner than a strand of human hair—while minimising surgeon fatigue
and tremor. It opens up new avenues for couples seeking natural conception
after vasectomy.”
Prof Ravi Mohan emphasised the
broader significance of the development, noting, “The successful case showcases
the versatility of robotic surgery beyond its established roles in oncology and
reconstructive procedures. It positions PGIMER at the forefront of robotic
microsurgery in andrology.”
The achievement places India among a
select group of international centres to perform this intricate robot-assisted
procedure.
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