Hysteroscopy Flashcards
1
Q
What is the process of a hysteroscopy?
A
Involves passing a small diameter telescope (flexible or rigid) through the cervix to inspect the uterine cavity
o Flexible hysteroscope can be used in OPD setting with CO2 as filling medium
o Rigid instruments use circulating fluids so can be used to visualise uterine cavity even if the woman is bleeding
2
Q
What are the indications of a hysteroscopy?
A
(Abnormal uterine bleeding)
o PMB, PCB, IMB
o Menorrhagia and/or abnormal discharge
o Suspected uterine malformations or suspected Asherman’s
3
Q
What are the complications of a hysteroscopy?
A
General = infection, bleeding, failure, damage to local structures (i.e. cervical os, uterus lining)
