The Tubal Factor
Because open and functional fallopian tubes are necessary for conception, 8
tests to determine tubal openness (patency) are important. Tubal factors,
as well as factors affecting the peritoneum (lining of the pelvis and
abdomen), account for about 35% of all infertility problems. A special
x-ray called a hysterosalpingogram (HSG) (Figure 3) can be performed to
evaluate the fallopian tubes and uterus (see ASRM patient factsheet titled
Hysterosalpingogram