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What happens to an egg if the tube is blocked and there is a sperm traveling up the tube? yhe result will be an ectopic pregnancy correct?

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Dr. Liza Kunz answered

More likely: Yes, if there is a blockage in the tube either pregnancy won't be conceived, or there will be a higher risk of ectopic. If women are aware of tubal blockage, i often discuss an earlier ultrasound (6 weeks) to confirm that the pregnancy is in the uterus.

Dr Henning agreed

Answered 3/12/2013

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