Monday 16 April 2012

Hysteroscopy-Infertility Diagnosis India

Hysteroscopy is a female infertility testing where the doctor look at the lining of the uterus with the use of a medical instrument called a hysteroscope.This test is mainly done for women infertility.
The hysteroscope has a light and camera hooked to it so your doctor can see the lining (endometrium) on a video screen.The camera transmits a signal to a receiver so the doctor can see the inside of the uterus on a video screen.
The tip of the hysteroscope is put into your vagina and gently moved through the cervix into the uterus.
It is best to have a hysteroscopy done when you are not having your menstrual period. If there is a chance that you could become pregnant, the hysteroscopy should be done before you are ovulating so your doctor is sure you are not pregnant.
It also may be done to see if a problem in your uterus is preventing you from becoming pregnant (infertility). A hysteroscopy can be used to remove growths in the uterus, such as fibroids or polyps.
Your doctor may take a small sample of tissue (biopsy). The sample is looked at under a microscope for problems. Another surgery, called a laparoscopy, may also be done at the same time as a hysteroscopy if infertility is a problem.

Why it is done?
The hysteroscopy procedure may be done to discover the cause of abnormal bleeding after menopause.
It is also used to determine if there is a problem with the uterus such as:
    • See whether a problem in the shape or size of the uterus or if scar tissue in the uterus is the cause of infertility.
    • Look at the uterine openings to the fallopian tubes. If the tubes are blocked, your doctor may be able to open the tubes with special tools passed through the hysteroscope.
    • Find the possible cause of repeated miscarriages. Other tests may also be done.
    • Find and reposition a misplaced intrauterine device (IUD).
    • Find and remove small fibroids or polyps
    • Check for endometrial cancer.
Hysteroscopy test can be best done at Srishti fertility center, Puducherry.

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