Are X-rays of the uterus and fallopian tubes harmful?

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The article is professionally consulted by Master, Doctor Ton Nu Tra My - Department of Diagnostic Imaging - Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital.
An X-ray of the uterus and fallopian tubes is a diagnostic imaging technique that helps to see the inside of the uterus and fallopian tubes. This technique requires injecting contrast material into the uterine cavity through the vagina and cervix. So is hysterosalpingography harmful?

1. What is an X-ray of the fallopian tubes for?

Contrast X-ray of the uterus and fallopian tubes is an imaging method used to examine the uterus and the communication of the two fallopian tubes (fallopian tubes, fallopian tubes). The doctor will do this by inserting a small plastic catheter into the patient's uterine cavity through the vagina-cervical, then injecting contrast material into the uterine cavity and taking X-ray films in the areas of the uterus. Different time points to assess the circulation status of the contrast medium through the utero-tubal.
This imaging procedure is often indicated in the diagnosis and support of infertility treatment, checking the patency of the 2 fallopian tubes in people at high risk of tubal occlusion (ever abortion, miscarriage, etc.) pregnancy, history of IUD insertion, ruptured appendix, pelvic inflammatory disease, adnexitis, etc.).

2. Is hysterosalpingography harmful?

X-ray of the fallopian tubes is essentially a diagnostic technique, so it does not affect the general health and reproductive health of the patient. However, if an X-ray of the fallopian tubes is performed when a woman's uterus is inflamed, it can make the infection worse.
In some cases, the patient may have uterine inflammation, inflammation of the fallopian tubes after the procedure. However, depending on the case, the doctor may use antibiotics before or after the scan.
In addition, some patients may have a reaction to the contrast medium during the scan. In this case, the doctor will treat the patient according to the allergy protocol (for more information, please see the section “Contrast allergy”)
After the scan, the patient may have the following symptoms :
Less vaginal bleeding. Constriction Sensation Cramps. Dizziness Feeling uncomfortable in the abdomen. Tell the doctor right away if the patient has any of the following symptoms
Vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor Vomiting fainting Severe abdominal pain or cramps Heavy bleeding Fever or chills.

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