Diagnostic hysteroscopy
When is it necessary?
Hysteroscopy is an examination of the uterine cavity with a special endoscope (hysteroscope), which is inserted into the uterine cavity through the vagina, cervical os, and then the cervix.
In the case of diagnostic hysteroscopy, it is possible to examine the mucous membranes and tissues of the uterus thoroughly to rule out or confirm benign and malignant lesions.
Complaints indicating intervention
- other diagnostic examinations (ultrasound, X-ray, CT, MRI) suggest intrauterine lesions (myoma, polyps, tumours)
- in case of recurrent miscarriages to find out the causes
- bleeding disorders (especially after menopause)
- in case of infertility
- intrauterine foreign body (intrauterine contraceptive device, „spiral”)
How does the intervention go?
During the examination, it is possible to treat the detected lesions surgically (operative hysteroscopy).
Surgery can usually be performed under intravenous anaesthesia or local anaesthesia in combination with mild sedatives. After proper preparation, in the case of diagnostic hysteroscopy, the device is inserted through the cervix into the uterine cavity. In case of therapeutic intervention, dilation of the cervix is also necessary.
With the help of the camera on the hysteroscope, the inner surface of the uterus, the lumen of the fallopian tubes become visible, and possible lesions can be detected (polyps, myomas, adhesions, developmental disorders, morphological changes, etc.)
What are the risks of the intervention?
- Hypersensitivity reactions to substances used for disinfection or anaesthesia may occur and should be treated with professional care.
- In rare cases, the uterine wall may be damaged during surgery, which may lead to further surgery (laparoscopy).
- In case of lesser-pelvic (uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries) inflammatory disease, we use a broad-spectrum antibiotic and anti-inflammatory treatment.
What is included in the price of our surgeries?
- costs of the surgery
- costs of anesthesia (local or general anesthesia, postoperative pain relief)
- the costs of the planned hospital stay and care
- necessary medicines and certain medical aids during the stay
- inpatient physiotherapy treatment (if necessary for rehabilitation)
- if necessary, the fee for the planned histological examination
- the price of the first follow-up examination
What additional costs might be expected?
- implants
- consultation with the anesthesiologist (must be done in Medicover)
- pre-operative examinations (if performed by us)
- in case of blood group antibody positivity, the blood matching fee
- hotel service fee for extra care days
- aids for further rehabilitation
- accompanying person staying in the hospital
- day (with one meal) 20 000 HUF
- night (full board) 60 000 HUF
- furthermore, if necessary, the cost of the 2nd follow-up examination is the fee of the specialist examination -50%, the cost of the 3rd follow-up examination is the fee of the specialist examination -30%
The course of the surgery
Before surgery
- pre-surgery specialist consultation, where the specific surgical proposal is made
- consultation with the Case Manager
- general information if necessary
- preparation of a written quotation
- booking surgery and preliminary examination appointments
- payment
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carrying out pre-operative examinations
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arrival for surgery
On the day of surgery
- arrival at Medicover Hospital at 6:30
- check-in at the reception on the ground floor
- occupying a room accompanied by a nurse, who provides information
- morning visit with the specialist physician and anesthesiologist
- surgery
- postoperative monitoring
- afternoon visit with the specialist physician
- constant anesthesiology specialist monitoring in the postoperative period
- discharge (with an accompanying person), final report and handing over a certificate
Surgical service process
- surgery
- hospital stay and care
- planned histology
- follow-up examination, sutur removal
