What does Sonohysterography mean?

Sonohysterography is a procedure to look at the inside of the uterus. It’s a safe, painless test that uses sound waves and a computer to create images. It does not use radiation. The uterus (womb) is the organ where a baby grows during pregnancy. The bottom of the uterus is called the cervix.

What is the difference between HSG and Sonohysterogram?

Although hysterosalpingography is the standard screening test for the diagnosis of tubal infertility and can provide useful information about the uterine cavity, sonohysterography is more sensitive, specific, and accurate in the evaluation of the uterine cavity.

How does a Sonohysterogram work?

Sonohysterography is a special kind of ultrasound exam. It also is called saline infusion sonography, or SIS. Fluid is put into the uterus through the cervix using a thin plastic tube. Sound waves are then used to create images of the lining of the uterus.

How do you pronounce Sonohysterography?

Phonetic spelling of sonohysterography. sono-hys-terog-ra-phy.
Meanings for sonohysterography.
Translations of sonohysterography. Turkish : sonohisterografi. Spanish : la histerosonografía.

How do you do Sonosalpingography?

Procedure. Under ultrasound scanning, a slow and deliberate injection of about 200 ml physiologic saline into the uterine cavity is accomplished via Foley catheter. An inflated bulb of the catheter prevents leakage of fluid outside uterine cavity.

Is Sonohysterogram painful?

A sonohysterogram should not hurt. 2 While you may experience some discomfort (the same kind you may have during a pap smear), and very slight cramping when they introduce the saline solution, many report no pain at all.

Is hysteroscopy same as Sonohysterogram?

Sonohysterography was superior to vaginal sonography for the diagnosis of endometrial polyps and submucous fibroids; thus, it should be regarded as an intermediate investigation technique to determine uterine pathology and verify the diagnosis; while hysteroscopy should be reserved if a therapeutic intervention is …

What does a Sonohysterogram feel like?

This may feel like a pap smear. Next, your doctor will take an ultra-thin plastic tube (the catheter) and place it into your cervical opening. You may have slight cramping or you may feel nothing at all.

What should I expect after a Sonohysterogram?

You may experience light bleeding and/or cramping for a few days after the procedure. You may take an over-the-counter (OTC) pain reliever such as Motrin or Advil for cramping. You may also leak salt water for a day or two. You may wear a pad.

Why was my Sonohysterogram so painful?

You may experience a pelvic tissue infection after a sonohysterogram. Symptoms of this condition can include fever, pain, and unusual discharge from the vagina. You should call your OB-GYN if you have these symptoms after a sonohysterogram.