PATENCY OF THE FALLOPIAN TUBES
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The proper functioning of the fallopian tubes is a prerequisite for pregnancy. THE passability of the fallopian tubes is checked by the following methods:
Trumpetography: the oldest method used for decades. It must be performed in a radiology laboratory. It consists of the infusion through the cervical shadow fluid and the X-ray imaging of the intrauterine cavity as well as the fallopian tubes.
Ultrasound-tracheostomy (HyCoSy): is the newest method of trumpet control and combines efficiency with simplicity and safety. It consists of the injection of a special shading substance into the uterine cavity and the fallopian tubes and the use of ultrasound to diagnose the permeability of the fallopian tubes. In other words, it works in the same way as the classic tracheostomy, but without the problem of ovarian radiation. It is also much less painful than conventional tubalography and takes place in the familiar environment of a gynecological clinic and not in a radiology laboratory. In addition, with this method we can do a complete examination of the uterus and ovaries in real time.
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An HSG examination lasts from 10 to 30 minutes. The doctor inserts a speculum into the vagina (as when you have a Pap test) and then places a thin plastic tube into the cervix, which leads to the uterus and the fallopian tubes. A special dye is injected through the plastic tube. The dye should fill the uterus and the fallopian tubes and spill out of each fallopian tube. X-rays are then taken, with which the doctor can evaluate the uterus and the fallopian tubes.
Many women experience some cramping, especially when the dye is injected. Women who have a blocked fallopian tube may experience severe pain. Over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen, can help relieve this pain or discomfort. Talk to your doctor about taking pain relievers 30 to 60 minutes before the procedure to prevent or reduce pain during the examination. Many women have no pain after the HSG, but you may experience cramping or pain after the procedure, so it is a good idea to have someone else drive you home.
The test should be scheduled after the end of your period, but before ovulation, usually between the 6th and 10th day of the menstrual cycle. To calculate the days of your cycle, count day 1 as the day your period begins. Antibiotics, prescribed by the referring physician, are administered prophylactically to prevent infection and should be taken the day before, on the day of the examination, and the following day.
The procedure usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
It is best performed between the 5th and 10th day of the menstrual cycle, counting the first day of your period as day 1.
A single dose of 2 Nurofen tablets, or similar, is recommended 1 hour before the examination. If you cannot tolerate anti-inflammatory medicines, 2 Panadol tablets can be taken instead. Some women find the procedure slightly more uncomfortable than others.
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