Female fertility
Fluid from a hydrosalpinx can leak into the uterus and roughly halve IVF success. Removing or clipping the affected tube before IVF restores success rates towards normal, so surgery is usually recommended when a hydrosalpinx is visible on ultrasound.
Also known as: fluid-filled tube, blocked tube with fluid
Related Canada guides
Sources
- Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) patient information
Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.