Surgical hysteroscopy is an evaluative and corrective surgical procedure that provides insight into the internal cavity of the uterus to determine or rule out any possible reasons—such as scarring of the uterine wall, polyps, and fibroids, among others—for infertility in women. Not only does the procedure help fertility specialists determine the internal abornabilities, but it also allows for corrective measures to be taken.

Is Hysteroscopy a Minor Surgery?

Hysteroscopy operations are done in the outpatient department and do not involve any form of incision. The procedure begins with hyteroscopy dilation and cutterage of the cervix, which allows unobstructed access to the uterus for an accurate evaluation of the internal workings of the organ. Once dilated, a narrow tube, called a hysteroscope, is inserted and used to expand the cavity by releasing saline solution or carbon dioxide gas into the uterus. The uterine cavity is then assessed for the presence of any disformity, which is then corrected using other surgical tools.