MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'fallopian'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:33:24 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069846&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FiJ-o0IgzbHQ%2Freasons-for-a-blocked-fallopian-tube.html Female sterilization is the most common reason for tubal blockage and scar tissue formation is the second most common reasons for blockage of the fallopian tubes. The reasons for tubal scar tissues and the methods for diagnosing blocked tubes are discussed in this article. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069846 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:32:27 +0100 5069846 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4997643&cid=t_217478_112_f&fid=34971&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.drmalpani.com%2F2011%2F07%2Fhow-does-your-doctor-interpret-your-hsg.html An HSG ( hysterosalpingogram, X-ray of the uterus and tubes, www.drmalpani.com/hsg.htm) is one of the commonest tests performed for infertile women , to confirm their uterine cavity is normal and their fallopian tubes are open. How does the doctor interpret your HSG films ? Sometimes, the films are of such poor quality , that we cannot make any sense of them. This maybe because the procedure was not done properly; or because the film was overexposed or under-exposed. Sometimes, the patient moves during the procedure, as a result of which the images may be blurred or out of focus. When this happens, this is a major shame, because we are then forced to repeat the study. I hate doing this, because I know the HSG can be quite painful ! This is why it’s best to do the HSG in a clinic which ha... The Patient's Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4997643 Mon, 04 Jul 2011 03:36:00 +0100 4997643 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3822989&cid=t_217478_112_f&fid=34971&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdoctorandpatient.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F08%2Fftr-fallopian-tubal-recanalisation.html In some infertile women, the fallopian tubes are blocked at the uterine ( cornual) end. Recanalization is a minimally invasive procedure used to open the blocked fallopian tubes in these patients. The diagnosis of cornual block or proximal tubal occlusion ( PTO) is made usually by doing a X-ray of the uterus and tubes, called a hysterosalpingogram ( HSG) or a laparoscopy. Fallopian tube recanalization is a relatively new reproductive technique , in which an X-ray of the uterus is performed, using a dye to visualise the uterine cavity and the site of the block, with the help of an advanced X-ray machine called an image intensifier. In patients who demonstrate a tubal block on X-ray, a guide wire or a balloon is passed to the area of tubal blockage & the block is opened up. In women who... The Patient's Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3822989 Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:30:00 +0100 3822989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3786179&cid=t_217478_112_f&fid=34971&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdoctorandpatient.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F07%2Fblocked-fallopian-tubes-and-infertility.html Blocked fallopian tubes are one of the commonest causes of infertility. The fallopian tubes project out from each side of the body of the uterus and form the passages through which the egg is conducted from the ovary into the uterus. The fallopian tubes are about 10 cms long and the outer end of each tube is funnel shaped, ending in long fringes called fimbriae. The fimbriae catch the mature egg and channel it down into the fallopian tube when released by the ovary . The tube itself is a muscular highly movable structure capable of highly coordinated movement. The egg and sperm meet in the outer half of the fallopian tube, called the ampulla. Fertilization occurs here, after which the embryo continues down the tube toward the uterus. The uterine end of the tube, called the isthmus, acts li... The Patient's Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3786179 Sat, 24 Jul 2010 13:28:00 +0100 3786179 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3533933&cid=t_217478_112_f&fid=34971&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdoctorandpatient.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F05%2Fembryo-transfer-versus-embryo.html Many patients do not understand the difference between embryo transfer and implantation and will often confuse these terms. Embryo transfer is a simple mechanical process in which the doctor inserts the embryos into the uterus, using a catheter ( a plastic hollow tube).This is usually an easy procedure which takes about 10 minutes to do. It is done by the doctor, and is usually performed using clinical touch ( where the doctor guides the catheter through the cervix into the uterine cavity with his sense of touch: or with ultrasound guidance).In some patients ( for example, those with cervical stenosis ( a narrow cervix) or with an angulated cervix, the procedure may be technically challenging, and the catheter may not pass through the cervix easily. There are many ways of solving this prob... The Patient's Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3533933 Wed, 05 May 2010 09:18:00 +0100 3533933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3298404&cid=t_217478_112_f&fid=34971&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdoctorandpatient.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F02%2Ffallopian-tubes-and-infertility.html (Source: The Patient's Doctor) The Patient's Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3298404 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:22:00 +0100 3298404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3185663&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2Flf98gJMh-ik%2Ftubes-tied-a-story-of-untying-tubes-by-mrs-peach.html Georgia Peach continues her personal story about her tubal reversal experience and her die hard efforts trying to conceive after her tubes have been untied. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3185663 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:35:37 +0100 3185663 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3008373&cid=t_217478_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F11%2Femerging-again-from-shadow-of-valley.html Seven. I have four children here now, a constant source of joy. And three in heaven, just a dream and prayer when they went home to Jesus. After phone call after phone call yesterday, I finally found a doctor who shared my beliefs about stopping the beating heart of my own child. That doctor was able to reassure me that my baby had stopped developing weeks ago, and probably never had a beating heart at all. Which meant another on my rather short list of worst fears was coming true: I had a persistent ectopic pregnancy consisting only of placental tissue that my own body could not get rid of. Growing inside me and causing the 8-9 out of 10 pain I suffered for almost 24 hours.The girls and I sat cross-legged on the front room floor as I explained to them that our baby - the miracle baby we w... Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3008373 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:14:00 +0100 3008373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2662627&cid=t_217478_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F08%2F01%2Fnew-study-shows-four-year-window-for-early-detection-of-ovarian-cancer%2F A new study by Howard Hughes Medical Institute researchers shows that most early stage ovarian tumors exist for years at a size that is a thousand times smaller than existing tests can detect reliably.  But the researchers say their findings also point to new opportunities for detecting ovarian cancer—a roughly four-year window during which most [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2662627 Sat, 01 Aug 2009 22:45:36 +0100 2662627 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2262796&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FbROFdIcooa4%2Ftubal-ligation-reversal-vs-ivf-age-and-pregnancy-success.html This article discusses the impact of age on the success of in vitro fertilization (IVF) and tubal ligation reversal surgery. Age is a strong predictor of success in becoming pregnant with either treatment. At Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, the tubal reversal success rates are higher in every age group when compared to IVF using fresh, nondonor eggs. Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center has the largest known data base of tubal reversal pregnancies in the world. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2262796 Sat, 14 Mar 2009 01:43:27 +0100 2262796 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2260414&cid=t_217478_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F03%2F10%2Fpreliminary-findings-of-a-large-british-study-indicate-that-ca-125-blood-test-transvaginal-ultrasound-test-can-detect-early-ovarian-cancer%2F This report summarises the outcome of the prevalence (initial) screen in [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2260414 Wed, 11 Mar 2009 05:18:27 +0100 2260414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2262797&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FicFK4TjbJN8%2Ftubal-ligation-reversal-journey-of-georgia-peach-her-arrival.html Georgia Peach submits her fourth story about her personal experience with tubal ligation reversal. In this contribution, she details her travel to North Carolina, her first visit to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, and her interactions with Dr. Monteith, Nurse Anesthetist Pam Mills CRNA, and the staff of the reversal center. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2262797 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:05:46 +0100 2262797 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2235722&cid=t_217478_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F03%2F05%2Fevaluation-of-neoadjuvant-chemotherapy-and-debulking-followed-by-intraperitoneal-chemotherapy-in-women-with-stage-iii-and-iv-epithelial-ovarian-fallopian-tube-or-primary-peritoneal-cancer%2F It is well known that intraperitoneal (IP) chemotherapy prolongs survival in optimally cytoreduced (or debulked) ovarian cancer patients.  For patients who can not be optimally debulked, it is possible to administer neoadjuvant chemotherapy to place that patient in a position to be optimally debulked (i.e., 1 cm or less of residual disease post surgery) , [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2235722 Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:43:55 +0100 2235722 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513507&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FjGChl_7AOTk%2Ftubal-reversal-after-40-ivf-benefits.html This blog article from the tubal reversal doctors at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center describes the unique medical situations in which IVF has demonstrated benefits in assisting couples dealing with infertility. When the only cause of infertility is a tubal ligation, then tubal ligation reversal is the better treatment option for most couples. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513507 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:06:01 +0100 2513507 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2202517&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F543252865%2Ftubal-reversal-after-40-ivf-benefits.html This blog article from the tubal reversal doctors at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center describes the unique medical situations in which IVF has demonstrated benefits in assisting couples dealing with infertility. When the only cause of infertility is a tubal ligation, then tubal ligation reversal is the better treatment option for most couples. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2202517 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:06:01 +0100 2202517 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2192372&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F541673457%2Ftubal-ligation-reversal-after-40-ivf-overview.html The tubal reversal doctors at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center provide an overview of the process of in vitro fertilization (IVF), egg retrieval and intrauterine insemination and also discuss the application of these reproductive techniques in comparison with tubal ligation reversal. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2192372 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 23:53:50 +0100 2192372 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513508&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2Ffy-reuMQA74%2Ftubal-ligation-reversal-after-40-ivf-overview.html The tubal reversal doctors at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center provide an overview of the process of in vitro fertilization (IVF), egg retrieval and intrauterine insemination and also discuss the application of these reproductive techniques in comparison with tubal ligation reversal. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513508 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 12:23:24 +0100 2513508 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513512&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2Fu_hVZ2d8Ir0%2Ftubal-reversal-after-40-adoption.html This article provides a brief overview of adoption. We discuss the benefits and some of the risks of the adoptive process. Readers are encouraged to leave comments on the Tubal Reversal Blog and/or the Tubal Reversal Message Board. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513512 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 11:27:48 +0100 2513512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2168956&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F530564119%2Ftubal-reversal-after-40-adoption.html This article provides a brief overview of adoption. We discuss the benefits and some of the risks of the adoptive process. Readers are encouraged to leave comments on the Tubal Reversal Blog and/or the Tubal Reversal Message Board. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2168956 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 11:27:48 +0100 2168956 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513516&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FAoWjmTYLVd0%2Ftubal-ligation-reversal-after-failed-ivf.html After discovering that IVF is not allowed for unmarried couples in the state of Arkansas, Cyndi traveled to Oklahoma for IVF but did not become pregnant. She then had a successful reversal of tubal ligation at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513516 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:52:32 +0100 2513516 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513517&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FdR_L9Nf0r7o%2Fpregnancy-after-tubal-ligation-ivf-or-tubal-reversal.html A Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal patient, Cyndi, describes to Dr. Monteith how she was trapped in an abusive marriage and had a tubal ligation. After divorcing and meeting her current partner, Steven, she wanted to have another child with him. She then describes being talked out of tubal ligation reversal and into IVF by an infertility specialist, only to discover that IVF is illegal for unmarried couples in the state of Arkansas. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513517 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:15:23 +0100 2513517 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513518&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FDjKajg4WYPI%2Fivf-alternative.html The tubal reversal doctors at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center perform tubal surgery as an alternative to in vitro fertilization (IVF) for treating infertility as well as for reversing sterilization. The advantages of tubal surgery compared with IVF are its higher pregnancy rate, lower cost, and the ability to become pregnant naturally and more than one time if so desired. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513518 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:20:30 +0100 2513518 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513519&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2Fb9irqBtSXoo%2Ftube-blocked-tubes.html Dorinda, a 27 year-old tubal reversal patient from Rock Hill S.C., was able to afford reversal of tubal ligation because of the generosity of her dying father. This blog describes the concerns of the Tubal Ligation Reversal Doctors at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center as they review her operative report and have fears about Dorinda having unrepairable fallopian tubes. Putting her trust in God's hands, Dorinda's blocked tubes were able to be repaired successfully. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513519 Mon, 22 Dec 2008 22:27:40 +0100 2513519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2036182&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F484161001%2Ftubal-blockage-tubal-surgery.html The techniques of tubal reversal surgery that Dr. Berger and Dr. Monteith perform every day are the same techniques used to repair blocked tubes due to tubal disease. Although our practice name (Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center) and website (www.tubal-reversal.net) clearly indicate our primary interest, many women with blocked tubes caused by tubal disease, rather than surgical sterilization, find their way here for help in correcting their tubal blockage and becoming able to have children. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2036182 Sun, 14 Dec 2008 22:42:28 +0100 2036182 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1977327&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F459051213%2Ffallopian-tube-repair.html Dr. Gary Berger and Dr. Charles Monteith, the tubal reversal doctors at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, are specialists in fallopian tube repair. Although most patients come to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center for tubal ligation reversal, others come for fallopian tube repair following a tubal infection or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), ectopic pregnancy, or previous surgery involving the fallopian tubes. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1977327 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 03:33:37 +0100 1977327 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1931393&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F441510714%2Ftubal-reanastomosis-international-patient-care.html Paula and Raymond O. are international patients who traveled from Ireland to Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center to have tubal reanastomosis performed by Dr. Berger. After doing extensive research about their treatment options, they decided to have tubal reversal surgery and travel to the United States to have tubal reanastomosis performed by the best tubal reversal doctor. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1931393 Tue, 04 Nov 2008 00:07:16 +0100 1931393 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1922058&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F437432280%2Freversing-tubal-ligation-and-finding-ovarian-endometriosis.html The tubal reversal doctors of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center describe reversing tubal ligation even when unexpected endometriosis is discovered during tubal reversal surgery. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1922058 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 23:06:07 +0100 1922058 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513532&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FqBKdYaOikBQ%2Frebecca-after-tubal-ligation-reversal.html Rebecca, a tubal reversal patient of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, provides a brief update on the improvement in her post tubal ligation menstrual symptoms since undergoing tubal ligation reversal. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513532 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:29:11 +0100 2513532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513545&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2Fm5aGSmRHOHI%2Fuchida-tubal-ligation.html We present a patient who desires tubal ligation reversal and who has undergone an unsual and rare type of tubal ligation called the Uchida method. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513545 Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:29:46 +0100 2513545 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513566&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FFwk5fQL_J_w%2Fpathology-reports-before-tubal-ligation-reversal.html At Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center, we want to maximize the chances for pregnancy after tubal ligation reversal for all of our patients. One step that is helpful in planning for a tubal reversal procedure is examining the pathology report from a patient's medical record. When a tubal ligation and resection procedure has been performed, a segment of fallopian tube was removed and most likely sent to a pathologist. Therefore, a pathology report should exist in the patient's medical record. A pathology report will help our tubal reversal doctors determine exactly what was done during a ligation and resection procedure and what your chances of tubal reversal success will be. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513566 Mon, 26 May 2008 02:23:26 +0100 2513566 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513567&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F884u5xxiP10%2Foperative-reports-before-ligation-reversal-surgery.html Undergoing a tubal ligation reversal at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is an important endeavor and we want to maximize every patient's chance of ligation reversal success. Operative reports are important because they allow us to determine the likely success of tubal ligation reversal surgery. When the operative report is not available, we offer the option of starting with a screening laparoscopy. The choice of whether to start with screening laparoscopy is up to the individual patient. Since most tubal ligation procedures are reversible, it is an option, and not a requirement at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513567 Sat, 24 May 2008 20:07:49 +0100 2513567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513568&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FPqmLUSjyJDE%2Ftubal-reversal-possible.html Dr. Monteith’s Diary – May 22, 2008 One of our 4 tubal reversal patients today had the following story. She was from North Carolina and had three older children. She had her tubes tied several years ago. As time passed, she changed her mind and desired more children. She wanted a tubal ligation reversal and after searching [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513568 Thu, 22 May 2008 23:50:59 +0100 2513568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513570&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FU4modoO-tgM%2Fdifficult-tubal-reversal-situations.html Experience is the most important indicator of whether successful tubal reversal surgery can be performed when a woman has a difficult tubal reversal situation due to short tubes, missing tubal segments, fimbriectomy, or inherent diseases of the tubes. While most doctors would be unwilling – or unable - to perform a reversal procedure in one of these situations, Dr. Gary Berger is able to repair the tubes in 98% of cases, regardless of the type of sterilization that has been performed or whether difficult situations are encountered. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513570 Tue, 20 May 2008 23:43:35 +0100 2513570 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513571&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FplviNCtW_pc%2Funtying-tied-tubes-tubal-ligation-resection.html Many people believe tubal sterilization is permanent and irreversible. Although tubal ligation and resection sterilization is intended to be permanent, this procedure can be reversed. Approximately 70% of patients at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center become pregnant after a reversal of a ligation and resection procedure. Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center is the medical facility that specializes in tubal ligation reversal. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513571 Tue, 20 May 2008 00:31:03 +0100 2513571 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513572&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F0_WpBYVr-sE%2Fmonopolar-tubal-electrocoagulation.html Many people, including doctors, have been told that tubal sterilization is permanent and irreversible. Although monopolar tubal coagulation is intended to be permanent, this procedure is usually reversible. The best place for women to have their tubes 'untied' when they have been burned is Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center - the only medical facility that specializes in reversal of tubal ligation. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513572 Sun, 18 May 2008 00:33:28 +0100 2513572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513574&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F2v9x3EtRt8s%2Ffalope-ring-sterilization-reversal.html Many people believe tubal sterilization is permanent and irreversible. Although tubal sterilization with Falope rings is intended to be permanent, this procedure can be reversed. Falope rings cause destruction of a minimal length of fallopian tube and reversal of this type of tubal ligation gives excellent results. Approximately 75% of patients at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center become pregnant after a reversal of a Falope ring sterilization procedure. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513574 Wed, 14 May 2008 23:53:21 +0100 2513574 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513575&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FggQPsUHrkwY%2Fhulka-clip-reversal.html The Hulka clip tubal method of tubal sterilization is the ideal one for tubal reversal. The Hulka clip is only 7 mm in width and does not cause any inflammation of the fallopian tubes. The pregnancy rate after tubal reversal Hulka clip sterilization is 76% at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513575 Sun, 11 May 2008 17:52:20 +0100 2513575 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513576&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FqzapooZSpfI%2Funtying-tied-tubes-filshie-clip-sterilization.html Fishie Clip sterilization is one of the best tubal sterilization procedures to reverse since it causes minimal damage to the fallopian tubes. Women whose tubes have been 'tied' by Filshie clips have a 75% pregnancy rate at Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513576 Sat, 10 May 2008 22:55:51 +0100 2513576 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513579&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F6jiyf3voWNA%2Funtying-tied-tubes.html There really is no such thing as simply "tying tubes". Many people seem to imagine the fallopian tubes are like a shoe lace and we tie them up in a bow to prevent pregnancy. As a tubal ligation reversal specialist, I wish it were that simple- then reversing tied tubes would be a whole lot easier! (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513579 Fri, 02 May 2008 01:56:35 +0100 2513579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909221&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469516%2Fhsg-after-tubal-reversal.html Patients often ask when they should have a hysterosalpingogram (HSG) to see if their fallopian tubes are open after tubal reversal surgery. When to Have an HSG Wait for at least 6 to 12 months after a tubal reversal procedure for this test of tubal patency. An HSG carries a risk of infection and often does not give [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909221 Sun, 13 Jan 2008 16:28:58 +0100 1909221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909223&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469519%2Fectopic-pregnancy-tubal-rupture.html I recently received an email from a patient who had an ectopic pregnancy subsequent to her tubal reversal. Unfortunately, the pregnancy continued to the point of tubal rupture with the loss of the fallopian tube. Patient’s History I was hoping you could help me understand why my ectopic pregnancy was not detected early enough to prevent the [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909223 Sun, 06 Jan 2008 15:00:49 +0100 1909223 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909228&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469526%2Ftubal-ligation-ethics.html Doctors who perform tubal ligations should consider the possibility that the patient might in the future change her mind. It is best to perform a type of tubal ligation that can be reversed at a later time, should the need arise. The best choice of a tubal ligation requested by a young woman with no children is the clip method (either Hulka clip or Filshie clip). (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909228 Thu, 27 Dec 2007 02:03:40 +0100 1909228 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909229&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469527%2Ftubouterine-anastomosis.html Tubal Anastomosis at the Uterine Cornua Tubouterine anastomosis is a tubal reversal procedure that is intermediate between tubotubal anastomosis and tubouterine implantation. It is also called cornual anastomosis because the tube is joined to the cornual area of the uterus with this operation. The cornu is the area where the fallopian tube normally [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909229 Sat, 22 Dec 2007 19:18:29 +0100 1909229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909230&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469529%2Fsalpingitis-isthmica-nodosa.html Salpingitis Isthmica Nodosa Salpingitis isthmica nodosa is a nodular swelling of the isthmic segment of the fallopian tube. This fallopian tube abnormality is sometimes encountered at the time of tubal reversal surgery. It often involves the interstitial portion of tube that is within the uterine muscle. The nodule is due to thickening of the muscular wall [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909230 Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:47:43 +0100 1909230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909231&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469530%2Fhistory-of-tubal-reversal-surgery.html Tubal Reversal Scholarly Publications Early Experimental Studies in Animals In 1969, David, Brackett and Garcia (1) reported using microsurgical techniques for uterotubal anastomosis after removing the uterotubal junction from one side in 25 rabbits. Among 11 (44%) of the animals that became pregnant, fewer implantations occurred on the operated side than on the unoperated side. This showed [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909231 Sun, 16 Dec 2007 20:18:47 +0100 1909231 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909233&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469534%2Flaparoscopy-tubal-reversal.html Tubal Ligation Operations Vary Tubal ligation operations vary in the amount of damage they cause to the fallopian tubes. Tubal coagulation (cauterization) tends to damage more of the tube than tubal ligation and resection or tubal clips/rings. Burning or cauterizing the fallopian tubes with a monopolar coagulator is more destructive than with a bipolar coagulator. With [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909233 Fri, 14 Dec 2007 20:59:11 +0100 1909233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909236&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469539%2Fbest-tubal-reversal.html If you have had your tubes tied and would like to become pregnant again, tubal reversal surgery is probably the best option for you. Tubal ligation reversal is the most successful and cost-effective way to become pregnant for 98% of women who have had a tubal ligation and now want to have another baby. What Is [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909236 Tue, 11 Dec 2007 21:33:13 +0100 1909236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909242&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469545%2Ftubal-reversal-by-tubal-implantation.html Tubal Reversal Procedures There are 3 types of tubal reversal procedures: anastomosis implantation - (this blog topic) salpingostomy Implantation of Fallopian Tubes Implantation of the fallopian tube is inserting the tube through a new opening into the uterus. Tubouterine implantation is correct medical terminology, but it is also called tubal implantation, uterotubal implantation, or uterine implantation. Most tubal ligation operations leave two [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909242 Mon, 03 Dec 2007 20:25:43 +0100 1909242 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909243&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469546%2Ftubal-anastomosis.html Tubal Reversal Procedures There are 3 types of tubal reversal procedures: anastomosis - (today’s blog topic) implantation salpingostomy Anastomosis of Fallopian Tubes Anastomosis connects two body parts. Tubotubal anastomosis is connecting two segments of the fallopian tube. Tubotubal anastomosis is correct medical terminology, but it is also called tubal anastomosis for short. Bilateral tubal anastomosis means that [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909243 Sun, 02 Dec 2007 16:16:25 +0100 1909243 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909245&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469548%2Ftubal-coagulation-reversal.html Tubal Ligation by Coagulation or Cauterization Bipolar tubal coagulation is a popular method of female sterilization in the United States. This tubal ligation method is usually performed through laparoscopy. With the bipolar (two-poles) coagulator, the fallopian tube is grasped between two poles of electrical conducting forceps and electrical current is passed through the tube between [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909245 Fri, 30 Nov 2007 22:02:19 +0100 1909245 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909246&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469549%2Fessure-tubal-reversal.html What is Essure? Essure is a permanent birth control device that has recently become available as an alternative to traditional tubal ligation methods. The spring-like device is inserted through the uterine cavity into the tubal openings using a hysteroscope. This can be done as an in-office procedure. The device expands to fill the tubal opening [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909246 Thu, 29 Nov 2007 23:37:10 +0100 1909246 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909247&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469550%2Ftubal-rings-tubal-clips.html Tubal Ligation by Falope Ring and Hulka Clip The Falope ring and Hulka clip are occlusive methods of tubal ligation. They block the fallopian tubes, but no tubal segments are clamped, removed, or burned. The Falope ring is also referred to as the tubal ring or tubal band. It constricts a segment of the fallopian tube [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909247 Wed, 28 Nov 2007 23:38:11 +0100 1909247 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1909248&cid=t_217478_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F286469551%2Fpomeroy-tubal-ligation.html Pomeroy Technique of Tubal Ligation and Resection The most common type of tubal ligation is the Pomeroy procedure, named after Dr. Ralph Pomeroy who described it in 1930. The Pomeroy method involves picking up a segment of the fallopian tube to create a knuckle, placing a tie or ligature with absorbable suture around its base, and [...] (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1909248 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 23:34:46 +0100 1909248