How is Trisomy 13 Diagnosed?

Due to the fact that Trisomy 13 has a distinctive set of physical characteristics, a doctor may be able make a diagnoses simply by performing a physical examination. The risk of Trisomy 13 does not increase as a result of a tubal reversal, but the risk does increase with age. To either rule out or verify this disorder, a small blood test can be performed. This blood test, a chromosomal analysis, allows doctors to ultimately verify the existence of an extra #13 chromosome. (more…)

If you or someone you know has recently undergone tubal ligation reversal you probably have concerns about how this procedure can influence the health of a pregnancy. Particularly as women get older and undergo procedures like a tubal ligation reversal to allow them to become pregnant again, they want to know more about what risks there are to their health and to the health of their children. In some instances after a tubal ligation reversal, moms may have questions about their baby’s risk for genetic abnormalities like Patau Syndrome (also called trisomy 13). (more…)

When to Have an HSG after a Tubal Reversal?

HSG is the best method to determine the tubal patency (if the tubes are open).  It is not recommended to have a HSG too soon after a tubal reversal surgery.  Most will recommended at least 4 to 6 months after a tubal ligation reversal because an HSG relies on increased pressure in the tube, and it the tube is still weak where the tubal ligation reversal occurred, the tube could be damaged. Also, the risk of infection is present whenever a HSG is performed.  It is recommended that patients try for a pregnancy first before going straight to an HSG.  A good number of patients conceive within this early period and will then not need or desire to have a HSG performed. (more…)

What is Endometrial Ablation for the management of endometriosis or ovarian cysts?

For a patient with endometriosis, and especially when ovarian cysts related to endometriosis are found (an endometrioma), managing endometriosis and ovarian cysts is effective for both reducing pain and for increasing fertility.  In patients with documented infertility, ablation of the endometriosis implants and removal of the ovarian cysts is the most effective way to restore fertility. (more…)

When is needle aspiration the best option to manage ovarian cyst(s)?

About 6% of women will have an ovarian cyst after menopause.  Factors such as age, menopausal status, size, and type of an ovarian cyst will determine the proper management of such ovarian cysts.  This information in most cases will predict whether the cysts are benign (functional), or likely to be cancerous. One option for benign cysts is needle aspiration. (more…)