Patient's question:
What is the reason for blocked fallopian tubes? I have been trying to conceive for a long time but have not been able to get pregnant. Recently, I went for a check-up and was told that my fallopian tubes are blocked. Is it serious? What methods can be used to treat blocked fallopian tubes?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the methods for diagnosing fallopian tube blockage:The detailed examinations for fallopian tube blockage include:
1. Tubal irrigation: Also known as tubal fluid infusion, tubal irrigation involves inserting a tube into the uterus of the person being examined, then injecting 20ml of anesthetic fluid through the tube. The fluid is usually physiological saline mixed with antibiotics. Due to its high rate of misdiagnosis and significant side effects, this method has been largely phased out in hospitals with standardized operations.
2. MRI examination: MRI examination of the fallopian tubes includes both standard MRI and MRI-guided fluid infusion.
3. X-ray hysterosalpingography: X-ray hysterosalpingography allows visualization of the size, shape, and position of the uterine cavity, as well as the morphology of the fallopian tubes, on the fluoroscopy screen and X-ray images.