Uterine Imaging Flashcards
Fluoroscopic exam of the uterus and fallopian tubes
hysterosalpingogram
when is hysterosalpingogram performed
during proliferative phase –> endometrium is thin
what type of contrast is used in hysterosalpingogram
water soluble
what does hysterosalpingogram detect
uterine and tubal pathology
between septate uterus and bicorunuate uterus, which one impacts fertility?
septate uterus
fluid-filled dilation of the fallopian tube
hydrosalpinx
hydrosalpinx is most commonly caused by
peritubal adhesions
what is often the initial imaging for gynecologic pelvic pathology
pelvic ultrasound
what does a pelvic ultrasound visualize
uterus
endometrium
adnexa
are fallopian tubes usually seen on pelvic ultrasound
not typically unless surrounded by fluid or are dilated