Hysteroscopy is a medical procedure used to examine and diagnose issues within the uterus. It involves the use of a hysteroscope, a thin, lighted tube inserted through the vagina and cervix into the uterus. This allows the doctor to view the uterine cavity on a screen in real-time.

Purpose of Hysteroscopy
Hysteroscopy is often used to:
Types of Hysteroscopy
Hysteroscopy is typically an outpatient procedure, often done under local or light sedation, and involves minimal recovery time.

The procedure typically involves inserting the hysteroscope through the vagina and cervix into the uterus, often after administering anesthesia. The uterus may be filled with a sterile fluid to improve visibility. The doctor can then examine the uterine cavity and perform any necessary treatments.
Anesthesia options vary depending on the procedure and the patient’s preference. Hysteroscopy can be performed under local, regional, or general anesthesia.
Hysteroscopy usually takes about 15 to 30 minutes, depending on whether it is diagnostic or operative.