Tuboplasty

Tuboplasty is a type of surgery that is performed to repair or open blocked fallopian tubes. The procedure is often used as a treatment for infertility in women who have blockages or scarring in their fallopian tubes that prevent pregnancy.

Procedure

Tuboplasty is typically performed under general anesthesia. The surgeon makes a small incision in the abdomen and inserts a laparoscope, a thin tube with a camera on the end, to view the fallopian tubes. Special surgical instruments are then used to remove blockages or scar tissue.

Types of Tuboplasty

There are several types of tuboplasty procedures, including:

• Salpingostomy: This procedure involves creating a new opening in the fallopian tube near the ovary if the original opening is blocked.
• Fimbrioplasty: This procedure is performed if the part of the tube closest to the ovary (the fimbria) is blocked or has scar tissue.
• Salpingectomy: This procedure involves removing part of the fallopian tube if it is damaged or diseased.

Risks and Complications

Like all surgeries, tuboplasty carries some risks. These may include infection, bleeding, damage to surrounding organs, and anesthesia complications. There is also a risk of ectopic pregnancy following tuboplasty.

Success Rates

The success rate of tuboplasty varies depending on the extent of the blockage or damage to the fallopian tubes, the woman's age, and other health factors. In general, about 20 to 60 percent of women who undergo tuboplasty are able to become pregnant within one year of the procedure.

See Also

• Infertility
• Fallopian tube
• Surgery
• Ectopic pregnancy

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