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 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).
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