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Hysterosalpingograms



Hysterosalpingogram (HSG) is an X-ray that looks at the inside of the uterus and fallopian tubes and the area around them.  If often is done for women who are having a hard time becoming pregnant.
 
During a hysterosalpingogram,  a dye (contrast material) is put through a thin tube that is put through the vagina and into the uterus.  Because the uterus and the fallopian tubes are hooked together, the dye will flow into the fallopian tubes.  Pictures are taken using a steady beam of X-ray (fluoroscopy) as the dye passes through the uterus and the fallopian tubes.  The pictures can show problems such as an injury or abnormal structure of the uterus or fallopian tubes, or a blockage that would prevent an egg from moving through a fallopian tube to the uterus.  A blockage also could prevent sperm from moving into a fallopian tube and fertilizing an egg.  A hysterosalpingogram also may find problems on the inside of the uterus that prevent a fertilized egg from attaching (implanting) to the uterine wall.
4000 mugen In a core needle biopsy, the radiologist locates the lump or abnormality that can be seen on a mammogram, sonogram or MRI. A hollow core needle is then placed inside the abnormality. The needle will then withdraw a small amount of tissue that will be sent to a lab for analysis.

Prior to the procedure, you will be given some local anesthetic similar to the anesthetic used for dental procedures to numb the area. You may feel some pressure and mild discomfort but most patients do not feel pain. The doctor will insert the needle several times to get adequate tissue samples.

After the procedure, you can resume normal activities immediately. You may experience some slight bruising but should not have a scar. It may take several days to one week to obtain results from the lab.