Sometimes, a gynecologist will perform recanalization via a hysteroscope (camera through the cervix) rather than an X-ray catheter. This requires anesthesia and an operating room.
: $3,000 – $4,000. Used when the blockage is at the end of the tube near the ovary.
However, the true cost is not just monetary. It is the opportunity cost of time (six months of trying post-procedure) and the psychological toll of a failed attempt. Before signing the consent form, demand a "cost-effectiveness analysis" from your doctor—not just a price quote. In the economics of fertility, the cheapest path is rarely the straightest; often, the most expensive upfront treatment (IVF) is the least expensive in the long run.