Infertility: Problems With Fallopian Tubes
Topic Overview
Problems with the fallopian tubes are a leading cause of infertility in women. Tubal blockage may be caused by:
- Previous infection (most often a sexually transmitted infection, and sometimes linked with a ruptured appendix).
- Tubal ligation for sterilization or other types of surgery.
- Endometriosis, a common cause of infertility.
- Scarring of fallopian tubes linked with previous pelvic surgery (for ovarian cysts or uterine surgery for fibroids).
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| By | Healthwise Staff |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Femi Olatunbosun, MB, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
| Last Revised | December 7, 2011 |
| By: | Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: December 7, 2011 |
| Medical Review: | Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine Femi Olatunbosun, MB, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology | |
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