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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?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
Bilateral tubal occlusion means both fallopian tubes are blocked.
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Dr. Alan Lasnover
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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Last updated Aug 6, 2021

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