Hystroscopy IVF
Hysteroscopy is a minimally invasive medical procedure that allows doctors to look inside the uterus, diagnose, and treat issues like endometrial lining abnormality, abnormal bleeding, fibroids, uterine polyps, etc.
The procedure uses a device called a hysteroscope. A hysteroscope is a thin, flexible instrument that has a camera and a light source attached to one end. A hysteroscope is inserted through the cervix and into the uterus. The uterus is then expanded with a fluid or gas to enhance visibility, allowing the surgeon to examine the uterine lining, detect any abnormalities, and perform the required surgical procedures.
Types of Hysteroscopy
In general, hysteroscopy procedures are of two types:
1. Diagnostic hysteroscopy
Women who are going through issues like abnormal bleeding may be subjected to hysteroscopy to look for the cause of the problem. The procedure may also be used with other diagnostic tests like ultrasound or hysterosalpingography to confirm certain diagnoses. Conditions that can be diagnosed using a Hysteroscopy include abnormal uterine bleeding, Uterine Fibroids, Uterine Polyps, Adhesions, Endometrial Cancer, etc.
2. Operative hysteroscopy
In this type of hysteroscopic procedure, minor surgical interventions are performed. This type of hysteroscopy can be done in conjunction with diagnostic hysteroscopy to treat the underlying issues. Operative hysteroscopy can be used to perform procedures like Hysteroscopic Polypectomy, Endometrial Ablation, Myomectomy, Septoplasty, Adhesiolysis, etc.