Problems with fallopian tubes that can cause infertility
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Problems with fallopian tubes that can cause infertility
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 disease; sometimes associated with a ruptured appendix).
- Tubal ligation for sterilization or other types of surgery.
- Endometriosis, a common cause of infertility.
- Scarring of fallopian tubes associated with previous pelvic surgery (for ovarian cysts or uterine surgery for fibroids).
Credits
| Author | Bets Davis, MFA |
| Author | Sandy Jocoy, RN |
| Editor | Kathleen M. Ariss, MS |
| Associate Editor | Pat Truman, MATC |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
| Last Updated | March 21, 2008 |
| Last updated: | March 21, 2008 |
|---|---|
| Author: | Sandy Jocoy, RN |
| Reviewed By: | Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine, Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
| Editors: | Kathleen M. Ariss, MS, Pat Truman, MATC |
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