Laparoscopic salpingectomy is a surgery that requires small incisions to remove one or both the fallopian tubes. A laparoscope is inserted into the abdomen through small incisions, and this instrument has a light and camera to see the uterus and fallopian tubes. After removing the fallopian tube, excess fluid, and blood, the doctor closes the small incisions.
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Can hydrosalpinx be treated without surgery?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with bilateral hydrosalpinx, and the doctor suggested a bilateral salpingectomy as a treatment option. I just wanted to know the treatment option other than the mentioned one. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity). Your hysterosalpingogram (HSG) shows dilatation on both sides of the tube with fluid-filled in it. This is called hydrosalpinx. Both the tubes are therefore blocked. I suggest the ... Read Full »