Patient's question:
Over the years, my husband and I have been trying to conceive, but haven't been successful. Recently, I took the time to visit the hospital for a check-up. My husband had no issues, but they said my fallopian tubes are blocked. I'm asking: How can initial fallopian tube blockage be treated?Doctor's answer:
Hello: The methods and effectiveness of tubal recanalization mainly depend on the degree, location, and nature of the blockage, of course, in addition to the patient's fertility status, age, recommendations, etc. Traditionally, for patients with blocked fallopian tubes, tubal contrast or fluid infusion is used. Contrast not only serves as a diagnostic tool but also helps in opening the tubes. Most patients with mild adhesions in the fallopian tubes can be recanalized after a single contrast examination, or combined with many traditional Chinese medicine, physical therapy, and other methods, which are effective for some patients. However, for many patients with severe adhesions, conservative treatment is clearly not feasible, and surgery is required. Laparoscopy can be used to locate the adhesive areas through a television screen for dissection. When necessary, the fallopian tubes can also be repaired to restore patency.