Hysterosalpingography Medical Test

Hysterosalpingography, also called uterosalpingography, is an x-ray examination of a woman's uterus and fallopian tubes that uses a special form of x-ray called fluoroscopy and a contrast material. The exam takes place in a radiology department using a table with an x-ray machine overhead. The test feels much like a vaginal examination associated with a Pap smear. You may have menstrual-type cramping during or after the test. You may experience some pain if the dye leaks into your abdominal cavity. Due to a risk of infection, you will be prescribed antibiotics to take before and after the procedure. Hysterosalpingography is primarily used to examine women who have difficulty becoming pregnant by allowing the radiologist to evaluate the shape and structure of the uterus, the openness of the fallopian tubes, and any scarring within the peritoneal cavity. Many women have minor side effects after having hysterosalpingography. These are not serious and go away after a day or two in most cases.

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