How long does a hysteroscopy take?

Hysteroscopy is generally used to check the inside of the female cervix. This examination is to insert the hysteroscope into the female uterus to specifically see the specific situation inside the uterus. The operation is very common and its application is also very wide. It can not only be used to treat gynecological diseases but also to help women induce labor. So how long does it take to do a hysteroscopy?

Generally, it takes about half an hour to an hour. If you simply observe the situation in the uterine cavity, the results can be obtained immediately. If you need to take samples of the endometrium or uterine cavity neoplasms for pathological examination, the pathological results will take about a week to come out. You can discuss the specific situation with your attending physician in detail.

Generally speaking, hospitalization is required for hysteroscopy. Normally, the results will be available after the examination. If you have a hysteroscopy at a local tertiary public hospital. Under normal circumstances. It may cost around 10,000 to 20,000 yuan. This examination requires hospitalization.

A hysteroscopy does not take long and can usually be completed within an hour. If pathology is not performed, the results can be available immediately. If pathology is performed, one has to wait for the results, which takes about a week.

Hysteroscopy does not require anesthesia or local anesthesia of the cervix. The pain level of hysteroscopy is generally tolerable. If you are afraid of pain, you can choose local anesthesia. Hysteroscopy is a minimally invasive examination method. The best time for hysteroscopy is from the end of menstruation to before ovulation. There is no need for anesthesia during the examination, so there is no need to fast or be hospitalized. You can go home after the examination. You don’t need to rest or take any supplements the next day. You can just go about your normal daily activities.