Fallopian tube obstruction is one of the causes of infertility in women. The fallopian tubes are tubes that help a woman’s eggs during ovulation move into the uterus (uterus). Obstruction in these tubes can block the movement of eggs into the uterus, which can make it difficult for pregnancy to occur. In this article, we will take a closer look at the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment methods of fallopian tube obstruction.
Causes of Fallopian Tube Obstruction
Fallopian tube obstruction can occur for many different reasons. The most common causes include infections, surgical procedures, endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and congenital abnormalities in the tubes.
PID is an infection caused by sexually transmitted infections (CBE) or other infections. This infection can cause damage and obstruction in the tubes. Endometriosis is the growth of the inner lining of the uterus (endometrium) outside the uterus and can cause obstruction in the tubes. Radiation or chemotherapy performed during surgical procedures or cervical cancer treatment can also cause damage and obstruction of the tubes.
Symptoms of Fallopian Tube Obstruction
There are usually no symptoms of fallopian tube obstruction. But sometimes, pain, bleeding or discomfort may be felt due to infections in the tubes or conditions such as endometriosis.
Diagnosis of Fallopian Tube Obstruction
Fallopian tube obstruction is one of the first conditions that a doctor will investigate when a woman experiences infertility problems. Therefore, it is recommended that women who have infertility problems should be tested for tube obstruction. The diagnosis of fallopian tube obstruction can be made with a test called hysterosalpingography (HSG). During this test, a contrast agent is injected into the uterus and the opening of the tubes is determined using X-ray images.
In addition, other tests such as ultrasonographic imaging or laparoscopy may also be used. Laparoscopy is an operation performed to see the inside of the uterus and tubes together with a small camera. These tests can help determine the location and severity of the obstruction in the tubes.
Treatment of Fallopian Tube Obstruction
The treatment of fallopian tube obstruction may vary depending on the cause of the obstruction. Treatment options include medications, surgical procedures, and reproductive technologies.
Treatment of obstruction due to infections or endometriosis can be done with antibiotics, hormone therapy or surgical procedures. Surgical procedures may include complete or partial removal of the tubes, repair or opening of the tubes.
Reproductive technologies can be used to increase the chances of pregnancy using techniques such as in-vitro fertilization (IVF). IVF is a procedure that involves taking eggs from the ovary and fertilizing them under laboratory conditions and inserting embryos into the uterus. This method may be an option for women with infertility problems due to fallopian tube obstruction.
Result
Fallopian tube obstruction is a condition that can cause women to experience infertility problems. Infections can occur for different reasons, such as endometriosis or surgical procedures. A tube obstruction can be diagnosed by tests such as HSG or laparoscopy. Treatment options include medications, surgical procedures, and reproductive technologies. Which treatment method is appropriate is determined depending on the cause of the obstruction and the general state of health of the woman.
