Patient's question:
Doctor, I would like to ask a few questions about my previous iodine oil contrast examination results. The right fallopian tube showed hydrosalpinx, and the left fallopian tube had been removed due to a previous ectopic pregnancy surgery. Now I want to undergo IVF. I would like to ask if I need surgery for the hydrosalpinx in my fallopian tubes? Are there any less expensive surgical options that can reduce costs without interfering with my IVF treatment?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if you see hydrosalpinx on imaging, it doesn't necessarily mean there is visible hydrosalpinx on ultrasound. You are already quite old, being 38 years old, and for conception, your age is a bit advanced. You should seize the opportunity.Based on your medical history, to conceive, you need to undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF). It is recommended to first test your ovarian function (draw blood on days 1-3 of your menstrual cycle for endocrine tests and check blood AMH at any time). If your ovarian function is significantly improved, you should seize the opportunity to retrieve eggs and form embryos. If there is no visible hydrosalpinx on ultrasound of the fallopian tubes, you can try transferring them first. If there is visible hydrosalpinx.