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Hello doctor, last month i have salpingectomy , i remove both of fallopian tubes due to hidrosalpinx, does this couse ovarian reserve reduction, true is?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: Removal of the fallopian tubes should not affect the egg reserve inside of the ovaries.

Dr Husar agreed

Answered 1/16/2014

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A member asked:

Hello doctor, last month i have salpingectomy , i remove both of fallopian tubes due to hidrosalpinx, does this couse ovarian reserve reduction, true is?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Husar agreed

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