Why you might see this term
It may be considered when symptoms or history suggest a problem requiring a surgical assessment, such as endometriosis.
What to keep in mind
It is an operation with risks and is not automatically needed in every fertility investigation. Discuss alternatives and what the finding would change.
Sources & further reading
Prepared by ProFertility · Updated 23 October 2026.
Educational information based on the linked sources. This explanation is not an individual diagnosis or a treatment recommendation. A term appearing here does not mean the test is necessary or included in a particular kit.
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