Tubal blockage

Tubal blockage means one or both fallopian tubes are obstructed, which can prevent natural conception and raise the risk of ectopic pregnancy if partial. Common causes in India include pelvic infection (including sexually transmitted infections), pelvic inflammatory disease, prior pelvic or appendix surgery, endometriosis, and genital tuberculosis. Blockage is usually diagnosed with an HSG, saline sonography, or laparoscopy with dye test. Not every tubal blockage is caused by tuberculosis — infection, surgery and endometriosis are more common causes overall — so the underlying cause needs proper evaluation rather than assumption. Depending on the location and severity of blockage, IVF (which bypasses the tubes) or selected tubal surgery may be discussed.

Also known as: blocked tubes, blocked fallopian tubes

Last reviewed: 9 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.