Using a device called a hysteroscope, your doctor can view the interior of your uterus during a hysteroscopy procedure. Your doctor will insert a thin, illuminated tube called a hysteroscope through your vagina to view the interior of your uterus.
In many circumstances,it be might advise getting a hysteroscopy done. Both surgical and diagnostic uses are possible for it.
- A diagnostic hysteroscopy : The diagnostic hysteroscopy is performed to identify uterine issues. Additionally, it is used to support the results of other tests, such as HSG (Hysterosalpingography), an x-ray examination of the uterus and fallopian tubes.When you experience frequent bleeding after menopause, infertility, or heavy periods, a diagnostic hysteroscopy is typically performed. The process is beneficial for uterine polyp diagnosis (uterine polyps are abnormal tissue growths).
- Surgical hysteroscopy : The diagnostic hysteroscopy is performed to identify uterine issues. Additionally, it is used to support the results of other tests, such as HSG (Hysterosalpingography), an x-ray examination of the uterus and fallopian tubes. In order to treat diseases through the cervix, a method called “operative hysteroscopy” entails inserting an optical lens inside the uterus. An optical lens, also referred to as a hysteroscope, is used during surgery to observe within the uterus as small devices are inserted through it to address medical issues.
Generally, hysteroscopy surgery may be advised if you have polyps and fibroids in your uterus, infertility, or monthly changes.
