PELVIC ADHESIONS

Is a major contributing factor to infertility. These are usually caused by surgery and it occurs when scar tissue is formed. When this tissue affects the ovaries or fallopian tubes, infertility can result.

Etiology

The main cause of pelvic adhesion is Idiopathic (unknown cause). But some factors may be considered:

• Tissue hypoxia during surgery
• Infection
• Presence of foreign bodies
• Over-stimulation of tissues during surgery

Treatment:

• Surgery
  – Laparoscopy
  – Laparotomy
  
• Treatment Using Assisted Reproductive Technique
  – In Vitro Fertilization and Embryo transfer (IVF)
  – Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)

Medication:

• Fibrinolytic Agents
• Anticoagulants
• Anti-Inflammatory Agents