Can hydrosalpinx be detected by ultrasound?

The fallopian tubes play a very important role in women's reproductive health. They are closely related to women's hormone secretion and egg transport. Hydrosalpinx refers to the accumulation of water in the bilateral fallopian tubes due to multiple reasons such as inflammation. In severe cases, it will cause blockage of the fallopian tubes, seriously affecting women's reproductive health. Therefore, it is very important to conduct regular gynecological examinations. Women must protect their own health and do not refuse timely examinations due to concerns about going to the hospital, thus missing the best time and opportunity for treatment.

We all know that B-ultrasound cannot diagnose hydrosalpinx, it depends on the specific circumstances. If salpingitis is in an acute stage, it can be detected by B-ultrasound examination. Through the examination, it can be found that the inflammatory exudate accumulates in the lumen of the fallopian tubes on both sides, the fallopian tubes on both sides are enlarged and thickened, and some may be sausage-like. Abnormal echoes are found on one or both sides of the uterus. These can all be used to identify hydrosalpinx. In this case, B-ultrasound examination is a good choice, but patients usually cannot grasp their health status very well. For example, if there is less hydrosalpinx, the bilateral fallopian tubes have already enlarged and thickened, and a small amount of hydrosalpinx will spread in the enlarged and thickened lumen with the change of posture, and color Doppler ultrasound examination will not be able to detect it at this time.

Hydrosalpinx can be detected by B-ultrasound, mainly in the acute symptoms of salpingitis. The inflammation of both fallopian tubes leads to blockage of the fimbria, and the exudate of inflammation accumulates in the lumen of both fallopian tubes, causing ultrasound to show the information. However, hydrosalpinx cannot be detected in most cases. Why do you say that? Many people know that hydrosalpinx is caused by inflammation, but inflammation will not always be acute. As the inflammation progresses, the fluid and the water inside will be slowly absorbed, leaving the hydrosalpinx a complete empty shell. The empty shell cannot be displayed on the B-ultrasound. Ultrasound cannot completely diagnose fallopian tube obstruction and water retention.

So what are the accurate examination methods? Angiography is a more ideal choice because it is painless and the results can be obtained on the same day, which not only prevents women from suffering more pain, but also saves patients a lot of time waiting for the results. Moreover, technologies such as angiography do not cause much harm to women during the examination process, which can alleviate the psychological burden of women who refuse examinations due to fear.

The above is a detailed introduction on whether B-ultrasound can detect hydrosalpinx. I hope it can help women with infertility. In general, when conducting a gynecological examination, you must choose an examination method that suits you. Patients can consult their attending physician before finalizing the examination plan and conduct the examination based on their actual situation. However, if you encounter symptoms of hydrosalpinx, you must not avoid seeing a doctor. Early detection and early treatment are the best ways to recover. I hope every lady can do her best to bloom like a flower.