Note when taking X-ray of the uterus and fallopian tubes

The article was professionally consulted with Master, Doctor Le Anh Viet - Doctor of Radiology - Department of Diagnostic Imaging and Nuclear Medicine - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.

Fallopian tube blockage is one of the leading causes of infertility in women. Today, with the development of scientific technology, many techniques are applied in infertility diagnosis. Hysterosalpingogram is considered the most valuable imaging method in the diagnosis of infertility, especially infertility due to tubal occlusion.
Fallopian tubes (also known as fallopian tubes, fallopian tubes) are a part of the female reproductive system, located inside the body. It is a small tube that connects the ovary to the uterus, allowing an egg to travel from the ovary to the uterus for implantation. Blocked fallopian tubes cause ectopic pregnancy, which can be life-threatening if not detected in time.

Hysterosalpingogram is a preparatory x-ray technique that directly evaluates the circulation status of the uterus and fallopian tubes based on contrast medium.
According to anatomical structure, the vagina, uterus and fallopian tubes are connected. Contrast passes from the vagina into the uterus through the fallopian tubes and into the abdomen. If the drug is seen from the uterus through the fallopian tubes to the abdomen, it means that the sex organs are circulating.

Diagnosis of primary and secondary infertility due to tubal occlusion. The procedure is usually done in women who have had trouble conceiving for a long time. Detect abnormal masses inside and outside the uterus. Detect abnormalities in the anatomical structure of the uterus and fallopian tubes. Through the contrast medium, images of the uterus and abdomen can be seen, thereby detecting abnormalities in the uterus and surrounding organs. For example: The uterus has a septum, polyps, uterine fibroids... Checking the intrauterine contraceptive device. Evaluation of the outcome of tubal ligation. If no contrast material is found in the fallopian tubes, the procedure is successful.

Since this is an invasive procedure, there are some risks, problems you may experience such as when you are injected with the injection, you will feel a little tight, you may feel a slight heat in your body or some problems related to possible allergic drug reactions. However, at Vinmec, there is a very strict process from the clinical examination to the regular board, taking the history to the customer implementation process, which is carefully monitored, so you can be completely assured when doing it carefully. this technique at Vinmec hospital. To limit the risks and complications, you must inform your doctor about your health condition.
3.1 Being pregnant or suspecting that you are pregnant To make sure you are not pregnant, an X-ray should be done 2 to 5 days after the menstrual cycle. The procedure should not be performed during the menstrual cycle because the contrast medium will enter the blood vessels and cause embolism.

3.2 Gynecological inflammation, if any If taken while there is inflammation in the genital organs, it will cause retrograde inflammation, worse than sepsis, the patient can die at any time.
3.3 Allergy to Contrast It is important to inform your doctor of any allergy history prior to the procedure.
Contrast is eliminated by the kidneys. Therefore, it can cause kidney damage in people with poor kidney function. Patients need to be checked and assessed kidney function before X-ray. The technique is performed by inserting a narrow tube through the cervix into the uterus that can cause the uterus to increase contractions. Therefore, 1 hour before the scan, the patient can be used pain relievers, smooth muscle relaxants. You need to tell your doctor about your allergy history before taking the medicine. After the scan, you may have a slightly viscous vaginal discharge, which may be accompanied by some blood. In addition, you may experience mild cramps, dizziness, or lightheadedness. But if you see a foul-smelling discharge, abdominal pain, fever, severe vaginal bleeding, you should immediately notify your doctor or go to the nearest medical facility for examination and treatment. Once a woman has been diagnosed with a blocked fallopian tube, she should see a doctor and begin treatment early. Vinmec International General Hospital for medical examination, diagnosis and treatment. There are full technical facilities as well as professional qualifications to effectively implement the treatment methods of blocked fallopian tubes, including laparoscopic surgery to unblock and remove the fallopian tubes. The team of specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Vinmec are well-trained, experienced, complete and modern medical equipment system, professional service quality, effective in diagnosis and treatment. maximum for the patient.