Hysteroscopy is a medical methodology by which doctors can observe and diagnose the intrauterine defects and assess the therapeutic modus operandi for infertility management. Conventionally, hysteroscopy has been used to diagnose and decide modality of
Hysteroscopy is a medical methodology by which doctors can observe and diagnose the intrauterine defects and assess the therapeutic modus operandi for infertility management. Conventionally, hysteroscopy has been used to diagnose and decide modality of surgical involvement for submucosal and pedunculated myomas, abnormal adhering of surfaces within the uterus, endometrial polyps and uterine septa. Nowadays, with the advancement of medical science and technology, ARC uses hysteroscopy also to detect inherent irregularity and to appraise endocervical anatomy. It also helps to evaluate the uterine cavity along with the endometrial biopsy, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging, hysterosalpingogram (HSG), Sono-hysterography and the adjunctive role of laparoscopy.
What are the Types of Hysteroscopy? Hysteroscopy is basically of two types – operative hysteroscopy and diagnostic hysteroscopy.
Operative Hysteroscopy In operative hysteroscopy, an operation is done to treat the abnormalities in the female reproductive system. These abnormalities may include polyps, fibroids and many other things. When after diagnosis, any abnormality is found, the operation is conducted during which small instruments are inserted into the female body with the help of another instrument called hysteroscope.
Diagnostic Hysteroscopy Diagnostic hysteroscopy, as the name suggests, is used only for the diagnosis purpose. However, the results of other tests can also be confirmed with the help of this process. This type of diagnosis is an outpatient procedure and it is generally done with some other procedures as well. The most common ones with which hysteroscopy is paired are laparoscopy and dilation and curettage.
When is Hysteroscopy Done? Operative hysteroscopy is performed in various cases some of which are