Patient's question:
I've been married for several years, and so far, we haven't had any children. I'm very anxious about it and don't know if it's my problem. I've asked my husband to get checked, but he refuses. I'm very worried that my condition might worsen. How is it possible to check if the fallopian tubes are open?Doctor's answer:
Hello, tubal patency test involves injecting fluid into the uterine cavity through a catheter. Based on the resistance during injection, the presence or absence of fluid reflux, the volume of injected fluid, and the patient's sensation, it is determined whether the fallopian tubes are patent. Pay attention to the resistance, reflux, and leakage. If all the fluid can be injected smoothly without resistance or reflux, it indicates that the fallopian tubes are patent. If there is significant resistance, and the pressure is reduced to allow 10ml to reflux back into the syringe, it means the fallopian tubes are not patent. If there is moderate resistance with a small amount of reflux, it suggests that the fallopian tubes are partially patent. Do not force the injection if resistance is encountered.