Hysteroscopy (diagnostic & operative ) at Dr Ahuja Clinic

Hysteroscopy is a procedure wherein a scope is inserted in the uterus and the interior of the uterus is examined under direct vision on a TV screen.This procedure helps us to examine the inside of the uterus for any abnormalities . A careful hysteroscopy starts with a vaginoscopy (the examination vagina ) and cervical examination. Then with the help of a distension medium the cervical canal is entered and examined. The uterus is then entered and a note is made of the length of the uterus, the fallopian tube openings, the walls of the uterus and the lining of the uterus . Since the hysteroscope is attached to a camera all this can be examined under magnification on a TV monitor. Any abnormality of the vagina, cervix, uterus are then noted and tackled.

Some Common Questions and Answers About Hysteroscopy (diagnostic & operative )

Q: What is hysteroscopy used for?

Ans: A hysteroscope is an instrument which enables us to take a look inside the cervical canal and the uterus. So a hysteroscope is used to see for problems inside the uterus like irregular/ thick lining of the uterus, polyp, septum, fibroids & suspected cancer. The beauty of the scope is that one can exactly determine where the problem is inside the uterus and if a biopsy is required then it can be taken from that area itself. So the doctor is actually able to see the diseases area.

Q: What is the recovery time for a hysteroscopy?

Ans: Hysteroscopy is a day care procedure so recovery is fast. There is no cut on the abdomen so the patient is up and about after the effects of anaesthesia wanes off. Recovery also depends on the expertise of the gynaecologist. So you should look for the Best Gynaecologist in Chandigarh.

Q: Side effects of hysteroscopy?

Ans:Side effects may be due to the procedure or anaesthesia complications.
Procedure side effects can be a little cramping and vaginal bleeding for a few days. Perforation , fluid overload , pulmonary embolism , and infection are less common complications.

Q: Is hysteroscopy a day surgery?

Ans: Yes hysteroscopy is a day care surgery so the patient is generally sent away after the effects of anaesthesia goes away (generally 3 to 6 hrs depending on the type of anaesthesia). Now a days office hysteroscopy is also possible using very thin hysteroscope & here no anaesthesia is required and patient is seen the gynaecologist s examination room it is even quicker.

Q: Period after hysteroscopy ?

Ans: The period will come roughly on the due time. It may come nearly one month after a hysteroscopy procedure if the lining of the uterus has been cleaned at that time.

Q: Dos and don’ts after a hysteroscopy?

Ans: Maintain hygiene, take a healthy diet avoid intercourse or vaginal douching / tampons after a hysteroscopy. Since the cervical canal is dilated during the procedure and the walls of the uterus are scrpaed / some area may be raw/ there are chances that you might catch an infection if you are not careful. Take the medicines prescribed by your doctor to prevent infection. . Have an attendant to take care of you for the rest of the day as the anaesthesia may make you drowsy and a little weak .Avoid driving back home on your own.

Q: What should I avoid before a hysteroscopy?

Ans: Before a hysteroscopy procedure avoid taking anything by mouth, 6 hours prior the procedure.

You should take a shower before coming to the hospital / do not apply any makeup& remove nail paint as the doctor will have to monitor your oxygen levels/saturation during the procedure. Avoid vaginal tablets/ sexual intercourse & vaginal douching.
Dr Ruchi Rai Ahuja is a Gynae Laparoscopic Surgeon In Chandigarh