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A 40-year-old female asked:
Hsg performed no abnormalities though only have one fallopian tube left was removed due to ectopic pregnancy. what does bilateral tubal occlusion mean?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Hunter Handsfieldanswered
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
Bilateral tubal occlusion means both fallopian tubes are blocked.
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Answered Aug 05, 2021

Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Bilateral tubal occlusion means lack of tubal patency, the most common cause of which is pelvic inflammation. also a common cause of tubal or ectopic pregnancy. If pregnancy is desired, promptly see a trusted and boarded infertility specialist.
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Answered Aug 05, 2021
Last updated Aug 6, 2021
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