Fluoroscopy – Hysterosalpinograms (uterus, fallopian tubes)

A hysterosalpinogram exams teh uterus and fallopian tubes to determine if the fallopian tubes are patent (open). A small catheter is placed into the uterus, x-ray contrast is injected and a series of pictures are tken using fluoroscopy.

What is Fluoroscopy?

Fluoroscopy is a special type of x-ray that allows the radiologist to examine different parts of your body, such as organs and tissues, in real time to determine how these systems look and function. Fluoroscopic images are viewed on a monitor similar to a TV screen. Most fluoroscopic exams require the use of contrast dye. This contrast may be injected or administered orally.

Patient Preparation

You will be required to have a pregnancy test within 48 hours of your appointment. This test is scheduled between the 7th and 10th day of your menstrual cycle.

Exam Information 

• When you arrive at SSR, a receptionist will give you all of your registration materials to review.  To expedite check in, these materials can be printed online and filled out prior to your appointment by clicking here.
• Once you arrive, you may be asked to change into a gown before your examination.  You may also need to remove jewelry, eyeglasses and any metal objects that could obscure the images.
• You should tell your technologist about any recent illnesses or other medical conditions, as well as any allergies you might have to medications.
• A technologist will position you on the fluoroscopy table and into stirrups similar similar to a gynecologist office.
• A radiologist will insert a small catheter through the cervical opening and into the uterus. A small balloon is inflated to hold the catheter in place. The contract materials will then be injected through the catheter under fluoroscopic guidance.
• Some women experience mild cramping or discomfort during this procedure.  It is common to have mild vaginal spotting for a few days following the procedure.

History of previous exams

Have you had any prior studies of the area we are going to be imaging? It is important to give this information to SSR prior to your exam. Be sure to include the facility name and approximate dates/years of exams. This helps us to locate the correct studies and have them available for our Radiologists so they can compare and note any changes that have occurred. If you have a copy of your images, please bring them with you to your appointment.

Results

Results will be dictated by the Radiologist who performed your exam and a formal written report will be sent to your referring physician within 2 to 3 days. Your physician will then discuss these results with you.

Schedule an Appointment!

Has your physician given you an order or referral for this procedure? Call SSR’s Scheduling Specialists at 360-493-4646 to schedule an appointment. Or, click here for additional information regarding scheduling an appointment.

More Information?

For more information about these and other procedures, visit RadiologyInfo.org.