Due to the physical fitness of women, they are more susceptible to gynecological diseases. However, with the development of technology and advances in medical technology, there are increasingly more methods for physical examinations. But many people are not very familiar with the specific inspection methods and cannot prescribe the right medicine. So, is hysterosalpingography done with ultrasound?
The first definite answer is that hysterosalpingography is different from ultrasound examination. Hysterosalpingography involves injecting iodine contrast agent into the uterine cavity through the cervix, and then into the fallopian tubes. Through X-ray fluoroscopy, it can be determined whether the fallopian tubes are unobstructed in the uterine cavity. Hysterosalpingography is an invasive examination that not only accurately and effectively determines whether the fallopian tubes are unobstructed, but also has a therapeutic effect on fallopian tube blockage by applying pressure during the examination process.
When performing fallopian tube imaging, if the fallopian tubes are unobstructed, iodine contrast agent may cause pain when passing through. But if there is a blockage, the contrast agent cannot pass through and there will be no pain.
When doing hysterosalpingography, it is best to choose around three to seven days after the end of menstruation for more accurate results. Before the examination, an allergy test should also be conducted to determine if the woman is allergic to iodinated contrast agents. Sexual activity is prohibited before undergoing fallopian tube imaging examination.
