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Prof. Dr Osama Shawki, M.D.
Department of Gynecology, Cairo university
Editor, European journal of Gynecologic Surgery
Faculty Professor, Giessen school of endoscopy, Germany
Board member, International Society Gynecologic Endoscopy (ISGE)
Director of Ebtesama center for advanced endoscopic surgery
Director of H.A.R.T , Hysteroscopy Academy for Research and Training.
Shawki in ISGE
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Hysteroscopy

Friday, 28 August 2009 13:29

Hysteroscopy is a technique used to look inside the uterus. A hysteroscope is a thin, telescope-like device that is placed into the uterus through the vagina and cervix. It may help a doctor diagnose or treat a uterine problem. This pamphlet will explain

reasons for having hysteroscopy
what happens during the procedure
risks of the procedure

Hysteroscopy allows your doctor to see the inside of the uterus. It can be used to diagnose and treat some medical problems.

What Is Hysteroscopy?

A hysteroscope is a thin, lighted telescope-like device. It is inserted through your vagina into your uterus. The hysteroscope transmits the image of your uterus onto a screen. This allows the doctor to see the inside of the uterus during the procedure.

Hysteroscopy can be used to diagnose or treat a problem. Other instruments are used along with the hysteroscope for treatment. Some conditions can be treated right away.

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