Patient's question:
Hydrosalpinx, I went to the hospital for a check-up, it's not very serious, but I've been feeling uncomfortable for a long time, and I haven't been able to get pregnant yet. Please ask: How is hydrosalpinx treated?Doctor's answer:
Hydrosalpinx refers to the accumulation of secretions from the mucosal cells in the lumen of the fallopian tube after tubitis or due to adhesions causing self-locking. Alternatively, it may occur when inflammation of the fallopian tube recurs, leading to adhesions at the isthmus and fimbriae, which subsequently block the tube and form tubal abscess. When the pus cells in the lumen are digested, they eventually turn into a watery liquid.The traditional treatment for this condition is tubal fistulization. It is recommended to undergo a contrast examination at the hospital for a precise diagnosis and symptomatic treatment. If the amount of hydrosalpinx is relatively small, conservative treatment may suffice. However, if the hydrosalpinx is large or has developed into a significant tubo-ovarian cyst, conservative treatment is often ineffective, and surgical intervention should be considered. For younger patients with normal-looking ovaries, the fallopian tube can be removed while preserving the ovary.