Tests and treatments
Hysteroscopy
What is it?
What is it?To perform a hysteroscopy, a scope (hysteroscope) is introduced into the uterus through the vagina and the cervix.
When?
When?A hysteroscopy can be diagnostic (e.g. infertility examination) or surgical.
The main reasons to perform a surgical hysteroscopy include:
- removal of polyps or fibroids (myomas)
- treatment of the uterine mucous membrane
- removal of adhesions in the uterus
- removal of a septum or coil from the uterus
Centres and specialist areas
Centres and specialist areas
Gynaecological Centre
The team for childbirth (obstetrics), fertility, gynaecology and maternity.
General gynaecology
Gynaecological examinations and diseases
Latest publication date: 07/03/2023
Supervising author: Dr Van Den Broecke Dirk