About Hysteroscopy
Key Highlights
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Minimally Invasive: No abdominal incisions; performed through the natural vaginal canal.Diagnostic & Therapeutic: Allows for both visual examination and immediate treatment of many conditions.High Accuracy: Provides direct, magnified visualization of the uterine cavity for precise diagnosis.listrongOutpatient Procedure:/strong Often performed in a clinic or day-surgery setting, avoiding overnight hospital stays./lilistrongFaster Recovery:/strong Typically involves less pain and a quicker return to normal activities compared to open surgery./lilistrongImproved Fertility Outcomes:/strong Can correct uterine abnormalities that may be causing infertility or recurrent miscarriage./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Investigation of abnormal uterine bleeding (heavy periods, bleeding between periods, or post-menopausal bleeding).
- Diagnosis and removal of uterine polyps or fibroids (submucosal).
- Evaluation and treatment of intrauterine adhesions (Asherman's syndrome).
- Assessment of congenital uterine abnormalities (septum, bicornuate uterus).
- Locating and removing a lost intrauterine device (IUD).
- Evaluation of infertility or recurrent pregnancy loss.
- Performing a sterilization procedure (e.g., hysteroscopic tubal occlusion).
- Taking a targeted biopsy of the endometrial lining.
How to prepare
- Your doctor will review your medical history and may order pre-operative tests like a blood test, ultrasound, or pregnancy test.
- The procedure is typically scheduled for the first week after your menstrual period for optimal visualization.
- You may be advised to stop taking certain medications (like blood thinners) a few days before, as directed.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure is usually required if sedation or general anesthesia is planned.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home afterwards, as you will not be able to drive due to the effects of anesthesia or sedation.
- Inform your doctor of any allergies or if you suspect you might be pregnant.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection: Risk of uterine or pelvic infection, though uncommon.
- Bleeding: Some vaginal spotting or bleeding is normal; heavy bleeding is rare.
- Perforation: A small hole in the uterine wall, which usually heals on its own but may rarely require further surgery.
- Reaction to Anesthesia: Risks associated with sedation or general anesthesia.
- Fluid Overload: Rare complication from the fluid used to expand the uterus during the procedure.
- Damage to nearby organs (bladder, bowel) is extremely rare.
- Cervical Injury during dilation.
- Failure to complete the procedure due to technical difficulties or severe adhesions.
Recovery & hospital stay
- You will be monitored in a recovery area for 1-2 hours until the effects of sedation wear off.
- Mild cramping (like period pain) and light spotting or discharge for a few days is normal.
- Over-the-counter pain relievers (like ibuprofen or paracetamol) are usually sufficient for discomfort.
- Avoid tampons, douching, and sexual intercourse for 1-2 weeks or as advised by your doctor to prevent infection.
- You can typically return to most normal activities within 1-2 days, but avoid strenuous exercise for about a week.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you experience fever, severe abdominal pain, heavy bleeding (soaking a pad per hour), or foul-smelling discharge.
- Attend any scheduled follow-up appointments to discuss biopsy results or further treatment plans.
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Typical hospital stay: 0-1 days (Outpatient/Day Care)
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Expected recovery time: 1-7 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering hysteroscopy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for hysteroscopy in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform hysteroscopy. MediFyr helps you compare obstetrics and gynaecologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for hysteroscopy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Hysteroscopy in Turkey
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