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Is removal of hydrosalpinges prior to in vitro fertilization the standard of care?

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Is removal of hydrosalpinges prior to in vitro fertilization the standard of care?
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Is removal of hydrosalpinges prior to in vitro fertilization the standard of care?

In this fertile battle, we argue that, although further research on alternative strategies are warranted, at the present time, removal or proximal ligation of hydrosalpinges prior to IVF is the standard of care.

Volume 111, Issue 4, Pages 652–656

Authors:

Bradley J. Van Voorhis, M.D., Rachel B. Mejia, D.O., William D. Schlaff, M.D., Bradley S. Hurst, M.D.

Abstract:

PRO: Removal of hydrosalpinges before in vitro fertilization is the standard of care

CON: Hydrosalpinx: time to question salpingectomy to enhance fertility

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