Endometrial aspiration biopsy

Aspiration biopsy of the endometrium makes it possible to assess the condition of the mucous membrane of the uterus, confirm or deny the diagnosis without significant intervention. After such a procedure a woman can immediately return to normal life, rehabilitation does not require special conditions.

Indications for the study

• Suspicion of uterine cancer,
• persistent disturbance of the cycle, bleeding, amenorrhea,
• infertility, problems with carrying a baby to term,
• abnormal pregnancy,
• endometrial inflammation,
• preparation for IVF.

Technique of aspiration biopsy

Aspiration biopsy of the endometrium is performed with the help of a tube that the doctor inserts into the uterus through the cervical canal. With the help of a syringe, negative pressure is created, and a part of the uterine mucosa tissue falls into the reservoir. The woman may feel discomfort, but as a rule there are no painful sensations. If the patient is very sensitive to pain, the doctor may offer local anesthesia.

Aspiration pipel biopsy of the endometrium is carried out with a special flexible tube, its tip is rounded and closed, and the hole for taking the material is on the side. When the soft tip is plunged into the uterine mucosa, the part of the tissue that is in contact with the opening can be retracted by the tube. This procedure is even less traumatic than classical aspiration biopsy, is easily tolerated and does not require rehabilitation. For medical reasons, the doctor can choose between these two techniques.

Advantages of aspiration biopsy

• Highly informative. In a relatively simple and quick way, the doctor can obtain enough information for accurate diagnosis of many pathologies of the uterus and endometrium.
• Short rehabilitation period. Natural for the endometrium recovery process occurs very quickly after aspiration biopsy. The upper part of the uterine lining is restored in a few days, and the woman does not feel any changes in her condition after the procedure.
• Speed and low traumatization. Aspiration biopsy of the endometrium can be performed in a few minutes in a regular gynecologist's office. After the biopsy, the woman can leave the clinic independently and immediately.
• Preparation for aspiration biopsy

The procedure of aspiration biopsy of the endometrium does not require special preparation, only compliance with some rules the day before. It is important that during the biopsy in the vagina there was no acute infection, inflammatory processes. Also, two days before the study is not recommended to use tampons, introduce medicines into the vagina.

Rehabilitation period

The consequences of aspiration biopsy for the endometrium are the same as after menstruation. The speed of this process can be affected by the volume of tissue taken and the characteristics of the woman's health. The cycle may change, but it usually recovers the following month.