The objective of the present study was to determine the prevalence of ovarian abnormalities and oviduct abnormalities of Iraqi buffaloes. Buffalo cow reproductive tracts were collected at random intervals slaughtered at Mosul abattoir, from January 2006 to August 2010. A total of 405 of mature primiparous and pluriparous genital tracts were examined. Ovaries were inspected for cross lesions and...

Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging has extended the usefulness of imaging in evaluation of pelvic disorders associated with female infertility. The causes of female infertility include ovulatory disorders (ie, pituitary adenoma and polycystic ovarian syndrome), disorders of the fallopian tubes (ie, hydrosalpinx and pelvic inflammatory disease), uterine disorders (ie, müllerian duct anomaly, adenom...

BACKGROUND Hydrosalpinges have adverse effects on IVF outcomes. Salpingectomy is effective in improving outcomes, but it is not always practical or safe. Ultrasound-guided aspiration of hydrosalpinges at oocyte collection is an option for those who develop hydrosalpinges during controlled ovarian stimulation; however, there is no randomized evidence to show whether this practice is effective. ...

OBJECTIVE To evaluate salpingoscopic tubal mucosal grading and to find out correlation between laparoscopic external tubal appearance and salpingoscopic mucosal appearance. DESIGN Prospective observational study. INTERVENTION Salpingoscopy and laparoscopy. MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirty-seven infertile women between 21 and 40 years of age group who attended infertility clinic at IKDRC, Ahme...

The use of trans-vaginal ultrasound (TVU) has become increasingly popular in diagnosing and treating infertility. TVU allows for a detailed examination the female reproductive organs can aid identifying abnormalities that may be contributing to infertility [1]. Additionally, assist monitoring fertility treatments, such as vitro fertilization. By TVS diagnosis focal intrauterine lesions, uterine...