Small formations called polyps are generally benign tumors. Polyps can occur in different parts of the body. The inside of the uterus is one of these regions. Polyps originate from the membrane layer called endometrium covering the inside of the uterus and grow into the uterine cavity. Although the cause of the formation of polyps seen in the uterus is not fully explained, its relationship with estrogen release is known. Polyps can form when there is too much estrogen in the body.
Polyps can be seen in all age groups. Although it is seen at young ages, polyp formation is more common, especially in the post-menopausal period.
Polyps can prevent pregnancy and increase the chance of miscarriage during pregnancy. For this reason, if a polyp is detected during the intrauterine check in couples who have applied for infertility treatments and in vitro fertilization treatment, the polyp is removed by hysteroscopy before the treatment. Polyps often appear during accidental checks.
Before Polyp Removal with Hysteroscopy
Before starting polyp treatment, polyps must be detected and diagnosed. The most commonly used method for examining and diagnosing polyps is vaginal ultrasound. Sometimes vaginal ultrasound may not be sufficient to make a diagnosis because the front and back walls of the uterus are stuck together. In this case, the SIS (Serum Uterine Examination) method is applied. While saline is administered through a thin catheter, the inner cavity of the uterus is observed with ultrasound.
How is Polyp Removal Performed with Hysteroscopy?
Hysteroscopy is performed with a thin-tipped hysteroscopy device with a diameter of 4 - 5.5 mm. It is a process that is performed. The examination is performed by entering through the cervix with this thin-tipped hysteroscopy device. The imaging process is performed through the camera located at the end of the hysteroscopy device. Polyps diagnosed by imaging are then cleaned and treated with the same hysteroscopy device.
Polyps removed by hysteroscopy are then sent for pathological examination. Treated polyps may recur in the future. It is not possible to give an exact time for this.
Stages of Polyp Removal with Hysteroscopy
- Hi The patient should be properly informed before starting polyp treatment with steroscopy. Thus, the stress and tension caused by uncertainty is eliminated and the transaction is carried out more easily.
- Hysteroscopy is a procedure that takes 10 to 15 minutes.
- Since the procedure takes a short time, there is no need to place a tube into the trachea, such as anesthesia used in major surgeries.
- With hysteroscopy, After the polyp removal process is completed, patients wake up, rest, and after a while they can start eating food.
- After the procedure, patients can continue their daily lives and work where they left off. There is no loss of strength.
- No pain or suffering is felt during or after the procedure.
- Simple painkillers can be used after the application, if necessary.
- After the application, after the possible bleeding ends. The person can continue his sexual life.
The processes related to polyp removal with hysteroscopy and any restrictions to be followed are explained in detail by your doctor.
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