A hysterosalpingogram is a specialty exam that can help determine why a woman is having a problem conceiving. The procedure, performed using a contrast agent and fluoroscopy (x-ray in motion), helps the radiologist evaluate the shape of the
uterus, if there is a blockage in the fallopian tubes, or if there is scarring in the peritoneal cavity Often, tumors, adhesions, fibroids are detected and evaluated for treatment. The procedure is also used to determine if a tubal (sterilization) surgery can be reversed or to open the fallopian tubes if there is a disease-related obstruction.Hysterosalpingography
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Hysterosalpingogram - contrast (iodine) has been injected into the uterus through a catheter and the uterine cavity and fallopian tubes are opacified - they look white on the image. (A: right tube, B: uterine cavity, C: left tube, D: catheter with balloon tip)
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