Initial evaluation: During the first visit, we will acquaint you with our services and determine which procedures may be appropriate in your case. It is important that we address any medical issues that may be causing your fertility problems or complicating your pregnancy, such as polycystic ovarian syndrome or diabetes.
Evaluation of male factor infertility: Male partners or sperm donors are critical to the success of fertility care. We begin by providing a detailed evaluation of sperm function. If the specimen is adequate, options include timed intercourse with controlled ovarian hyperstimulation, intrauterine insemination (IUI), and in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Saline uterine sonography: The condition of the interior uterus can be evaluated using saline (salt water) uterine sonography during a normal office visit. This procedure easily and safely detects conditions that may interfere with fertility, including intrauterine scarring or fibroids that protrude into the uterine cavity.
Laparoscopy: Sometimes called pelviscopy, laparoscopy involves inserting a small endoscope into the lower abdominal wall under general anesthesia. Using a camera attached to the endoscope, the entire pelvis can be directly examined. This allows us to evaluate and correct problems that affect ovulation, fertilization, or implantation. Operative laparoscopy may be useful for treatment of a wide variety of gynecologic conditions associated with infertility, including endometriosis, pelvic adhesions (scarring), and tubal abnormalities. Please read more about laparoscopy here.
Hysteroscopy: Hysteroscopy is the direct examination of the interior of the uterus using a small endoscope inserted through the cervix. Usually done under general anesthesia or conscious sedation, this procedure allows the physician to examine the lining and interior shape of the uterus. If discovered, uterine septums (abnormal internal walls) and submucosal fibroids (ones that project into the lining of the uterus) may be removed during the hysteroscopy procedure.
Recurrent pregnancy loss: There may be one or more reasons for multiple miscarriages, including poor egg quality, immunological factors, inherited clotting disorders, other genetic disorders, or uterine anomalies. After determining the nature of your specific issues, we may be able to provide appropriate treatment. Learn more about recurrent pregnancy loss here.
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