| Female Infertility, Tests and Treatments |
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Controlled Ovarian Stimulation
Controlled stimulation of follicles to produce multiple eggs.
A sampling of the inside lining of the uterus. This is then analyzed for implantation defects, hormonal status or infection.
Non-medicated monitoring of a patient’s cycle through a combination of hormonal blood tests and ultrasounds, which are used to give a biological profile of a patient’s ovulation status.
A trained geneticist, to discuss a potential genetic abnormality or prospects for a genetic abnormality.
X-ray evaluation of uterine shape and fallopian tubes’ status. This test involves injecting x-ray dye into the uterus.
Diagnostic assessment of a patient’s internal abdominal organs. This test involves the insertion of a thin diagnostic scope through the umbilicus (belly button).
Whereby if pathology (disease) is noted at the time of laparoscopy, it is treated during that operative session.
Diagnostic vaginal procedure to examine the inside of the uterus, most often used to treat pathology in the uterine cavity. Hysteroscopy is usually performed under general anesthetic using an endoscope.
Evaluation and treatment of recurrent miscarriage at the TERM program.
Uses ultrasound to evaluate the inside of the uterine cavity. Involves the injection of saline solution into the cavity of the uterus.
Repair of either damaged or sterilized fallopian tubes. This procedure is done by microscopic surgery.
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| Last Updated on Wednesday, 18 May 2011 18:32 |