Hysteroscopy
Hysteroscopy
What Is Hysteroscopy?
Hysteroscopy involves the passage of a thin, illuminated telescopic instrument (the hysteroscope) through the cervical canal into the uterine cavity. It is performed either as a diagnostic procedure (to assess the cavity and identify abnormalities) or as an operative procedure (to simultaneously diagnose and treat identified conditions).
When Is Hysteroscopy Recommended?
Failed IUD removal
Recurrent miscarriage investigation
Endometrial polyps — benign growths on the uterine lining
Uterine septum or structural abnormalities
Intrauterine adhesions (Asherman's syndrome)
Assessment of the uterine cavity prior to fertility treatment
Submucosal fibroids — fibroids that protrude into the uterine cavity
Abnormal uterine bleeding (heavy, irregular, or postmenopausal bleeding)
Diagnostic Hysteroscopy
A diagnostic hysteroscopy is performed to directly inspect the uterine cavity and endometrium. It provides information that cannot be obtained through ultrasound or blood tests alone, and is often performed in combination with endometrial biopsy.
Operative Hysteroscopy
When an abnormality is identified, it can frequently be addressed during the same procedure. Operative hysteroscopy may include polypectomy, fibroid resection, or lysis of adhesions. This combined approach reduces the need for separate procedures.
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