Fallopian Tube Recanalisation

Fallopian Tube Recanalisation (FTR) is a non-surgical procedure to clear blockages in the fallopian tubes. Recanalisation is the medical term for “reopening.” The minimally invasive non-surgical procedure helps remove mucus or debris blocking one or both fallopian tubes. The procedure is done by an interventional radiologist.

The Procedure
During the 30-minute procedure, which does not require any needles or incisions, a catheter is placed into the uterus. A contrast agent, or dye, is injected through the catheter, and an X-ray image of the uterine cavity is obtained. When a blockage of the fallopian tube is identified, another catheter is threaded into the fallopian tube to open the blockage.