Echosalpingography

During the planning stage of pregnancy, it is important to make sure that the organs of the female reproductive system are functioning normally. Violation of the patency of the fallopian tubes can be the cause of infertility, miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. To diagnose the pathology is used echosalpingography, which is carried out in Kiev by specialists MS "Dobrobut".

Echohysterosalpingography – popular in gynecology ultrasound examination of the patency of the fallopian tubes and uterine cavity. The technique allows to check the anatomical features and internal outlines of the uterus/uterine tubes, as well as the pelvic organs for the formation of adhesions, in order to provide women with timely assistance and increase the likelihood of conception.

Risk factors for fallopian tube obstruction

Fallopian tube obstruction can occur in women with these diseases and conditions:

• Diseases that are sexually transmitted.
• Adhesions, polyps, congenital anomalies of the genital organs.
• Inflammation of the ovaries.
• Constriction of fallopian tubes against the background of inflammatory processes in the pelvis.
• Abortions with complications.

Indications and contraindications

Obstruction of fallopian tubes often has an asymptomatic course and is detected when a woman can not get pregnant for a long time. It is advisable to conduct echohysterosalpingography in such manifestations to check them:

• Pulling, aching pain in the lower abdomen;
• bloody, ointment discharge from the vagina;
• unpleasant sensations during intimacy;
• absence of menstruation or cramps, severe pain during it;
• moderate hyperthermia.

Examination of the fallopian tubes for patency may be contraindicated in the presence of the following conditions:

• inflammatory diseases of the cervix, appendages, vagina;
• acute infectious pathologies;
• cardiac insufficiency;
• hepatic and renal insufficiency;
• allergic reaction to iodine.

How to prepare for echohysterosalpingography

Ultrasound of the patency of the fallopian tubes requires preliminary complex diagnostics. It may include general urine and blood tests, check for hidden infections, cytology analysis.

Before the procedure is recommended:

• Do not use tampons, vaginal suppositories and do not use a week before the examination.
• Exclude sexual contact for 1-2 days before the procedure.
• On the day of ultrasound to empty the bowel using an enema.
• Drink 1.5 liters of liquid a few hours before the echohysterosalpingography, so that the bladder is full.

How the ultrasound of the patency of the fallopian tubes is carried out

Echosalpingography is performed within two weeks after the end of menstruation and does not cause painful sensations. Under local anesthesia in the cervical canal with a special catheter is introduced contrast for accurate visualization of the uterus and fallopian tubes. If the ultrasound near the ovaries shows fluid, the fallopian tubes are passable. After the examination, the specialist decides on the appropriate treatment and the need for additional studies and tests.

Echosalpingography consequences may include viscous dark discharge and minor pain in the lower abdomen.

Advantages of echohysterosalpingography:

• accurate results due to state-of-the-art equipment;
• effective and safe medical care by an experienced gynecologist;
• speed of the procedure;
• affordability, because echosalpingography price is moderate;
• no need for hospitalization.

Use modern diagnostic capabilities of the clinics of MC "Dobrobut" to determine an accurate diagnosis and receive timely assistance. Call our contact center, and you will be answered all your questions, in particular regarding the price for the study of fallopian tube patency.