Results of laparoscopic evaluation of 112 infertile women are presented. Laparoscopy performed prior to contemplated fallopian tube reconstructive surgery changed the plan of management in 41percnt; of 44 cases. Of 64 women with a normal hysterogram, 58percnt; were found to have evidence of pelvic disease, and 47percnt; had changes in their management based on the findings at laparoscopy. The specific indications and timing of laparoscopy in relation to the remainder of the infertility evaluation are discussed.
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