Abstract: Epidemiological studies showed that 30%-40% of female infertility were accounted for oviduct diseases. Hydrosalpinx was one of main oviduct diseases. Effect of hydrosalpinx on ART outcomes and its pathophysiological mechanisms could be summarized as follows, mechanical washing, embryo toxicity, lowered endometrial receptivity, inhibited ovarian function, loss blood flow in and beneath endometrium, restricted sperm activity and fertilization. By reviewing the effect of hydrosalpinx on ART outcomes, we can provide better strategies of ART treatment for patients with hydrosalpinx.

Key words: Fallopian tube diseases, Edema, Infertility, female, Reproductive techniques, assisted, Pregnancy outcome