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A member asked:

Can fibroids cause implantation failures during ivf procedures?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. PAUL EUN answered

Yes: Fibroids that protrude into the uterine cavity and distorts the shape (submucous fibroid) can interfere with implantation and cause early miscarriage.

Dr Juchau and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 8/30/2013

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Yes if: They are growing into the uterine cavity. You should have a saline ultrasound done to confirm.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 2/12/2019

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Good day. I am 36 years old and have blocked falopian tubes, as well as a history of endometriosis and fibroids. Is surgery an option? my gynecologist immediately suggested IVF to possibly get pregnant.

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In failed IVF , how can one determine if it is due to implantation failure ? What causes implantation failure

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