Description

A hysteroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a thin, lighted camera (hysteroscope) passed through the cervix to examine and treat inside the uterus. It diagnoses and treats issues like fibroids, polyps, and bleeding, typically performed as an outpatient procedure under local, regional, or general anesthesia. Cleveland Clinic Cleveland Clinic +3 Key Aspects of Hysteroscopy Purpose: It is used for both diagnostic (finding causes of bleeding, infertility, pain) and operative (removing polyps, fibroids, scar tissue, or IUDs) purposes. Procedure: A narrow scope is inserted through the cervix, and the uterus is filled with liquid (saline) or gas (carbon dioxide) to visualize the cavity. Duration: The procedure typically takes 5 to 30 minutes. Anesthesia: It can be done with no anesthesia, local anesthesia, or general anesthesia, depending on the complexity of the procedure. Recovery: Most patients return to normal activities within 1-2 days. Risks: While generally safe, potential risks includeuterine perforation, infection, or heavy bleeding, though these are rare.