Tube block
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Nandram
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My wife has blocked both fallopian tubes. Please tell me what needs to be done to open it? |
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re: Tube block
by Dr. B. S. Bhalla -
Jun 3rd, 2023
10:10 am
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Treatment options for opening blocked fallopian tubes depend on the cause and severity of the blockage. Here are some possible options: Surgery: In some cases, surgery may be an option to remove blockages or repair the fallopian tubes. There are different surgical procedures available, such as tubal reanastomosis (connecting the tubes) or salpingostomy (creating a new opening in the tube). The specific procedure recommended will depend on each case. Tubal cannulation: This is a minimally invasive procedure where a catheter is inserted into the fallopian tubes to help clear the blockage. This may involve using contrast dyes and x-rays to find blockages and guide the catheter. In Vitro Fertilization (IVF): IVF is a fertility treatment where the sperm takes place outside the body. It completely bypasses the need for fallopian tubes. Eggs are removed from the woman, mixed with sperm in the laboratory, and the resulting embryos are transferred to the uterus. |
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re: Tube block
by Kamini -
Jun 23rd, 2023
9:51 am
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What are the available treatment options for blocked fallopian tubes? Reply:- When it comes to blocked fallopian tubes, the treatment options depend on the underpinning cause and inflexibility of the blockage. Then are some available treatment options specifics If the blockage is caused by an infection or inflammation, antibiotics or other specifics may be specified to treat the beginning condition and potentially clear the blockage. Surgery In cases where the blockage is due to structural issues, similar as scar towel, adhesions, or endometriosis, surgery may be necessary. The specific surgical procedure will depend on the extent and position of the blockage. Laparoscopic surgery This minimally invasive procedure involves making small lacerations in the tummy and using a thin, flexible tube with a camera( laparoscope) to fantasize and remove the blockage or repair the fallopian tubes. Hysteroscopic surgery If the blockage is near the uterine end of the fallopian tubes, a hysteroscope can be used to fit small instruments through the cervix and uterus to clear the blockage. Salpingectomy or salpingostomy In some cases, if the fallopian tubes are oppressively damaged or blocked, it may be necessary to remove the affected tube( s)( salpingectomy) or produce a new opening in the blocked tube( s)( salpingostomy). Tubal cannulation This procedure involves fitting a catheter into the blocked fallopian tube to help clear the blockage. It can be done underX-ray guidance( fluoroscopy) or laparoscopy. In vitro fertilization( IVF) If the fallopian tubes are fully blocked or irreversibly damaged, IVF may be recommended. IVF bypasses the fallopian tubes by reacquiring eggs from the ovaries, fertilizing them with sperm in a laboratory, and also transferring the performing embryos into the uterus. |