The mnemonic
Male, Ovulatory, Tubal, Uterine
What each word stands for
- MaleSemen abnormalities
- OvulatoryPCOS, hyperprolactinaemia, thyroid disease
- TubalPelvic infection, endometriosis
- UterineFibroids, adhesions, polyps
Why it matters clinically
Both partners must be evaluated together.
Where it stops being reliable
No single cause is found in a sizeable group, called unexplained infertility.
Teaching aid, still awaiting independent review. Confirm facts in a standard source.