Hystero
Plain-English guide for patients and families.
Recovery
Most diagnostic scopes are brief; operative cases vary. Follow clinic advice on intercourse and embryo transfer timing.
AI Information
EducationalHysteroscopy is the gold standard for evaluating and treating uterine cavity abnormalities. A thin camera is passed through the cervix to directly visualise the endometrial cavity — and if needed, treat abnormalities in the same session. Studies suggest that hysteroscopy before IVF may improve pregnancy rates by identifying and treating unsuspected lesions in up to 40% of patients with failed cycles.
Key Points
- Diagnostic hysteroscopy can be performed in-office without anaesthesia in many cases (mini-hysteroscopy).
- Operative hysteroscopy treats polyps, submucosal fibroids, septa, and adhesions through the same scope.
- Unsuspected intrauterine pathology is found in 25–40% of women with recurrent IVF failure who undergo hysteroscopy.
- The "scratch" effect from hysteroscopy may itself improve implantation rates, though evidence is debated.
- Recovery is typically quick — most patients resume normal activities within 1–2 days.
Who Should Know This?
Women with recurrent IVF failure, those with abnormal uterine findings on ultrasound, patients with unexplained infertility, and anyone being evaluated before their first IVF cycle at some centres.
Clinical Context in Pakistan
Hysteroscopy is a core diagnostic and therapeutic tool at IVF Experts Lahore. Dr. Adnan Jabbar performs hysteroscopic evaluation before IVF in selected cases and routinely after recurrent implantation failure to optimise the uterine environment.
Important Disclaimer
This AI-generated summary is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with Dr. Adnan Jabbar or your fertility specialist for personalised clinical guidance tailored to your specific situation.
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