Which department should I visit for a hysterosalpingography?

Jun 14, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

We've been trying to conceive for a long time, but haven't succeeded. I'm planning to have a hysterosalpingography done soon. Could you please tell me which department I should visit for this procedure?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
Hysterosalpingography (HSG) is typically available in the following departments: Gynecology: As a specialty dedicated to women's reproductive health, gynecologists can guide patients through hysterosalpingography to evaluate fallopian tube patency and determine the location and severity of any blockages. Reproductive Medicine Department: In larger hospitals, especially those with reproductive medicine centers, HSG may also be performed in the Reproductive Medicine Department. Physicians in this specialty have in-depth knowledge of reproductive health and can offer more specialized evaluation and treatment recommendations. Before undergoing hysterosalpingography, certain conditions must usually be met, such as abstaining from sexual intercourse for 3–7 days after the end of menstruation, and completing necessary preliminary tests and preparations. Because X-rays are used during the procedure, certain protective measures are required afterward, including taking oral anti-inflammatory medication to prevent infection and waiting at least two months before attempting conception. Patients can schedule hysterosalpingography through either the Gynecology or Reproductive Medicine Department, with the specific choice depending on the hospital’s departmental structure and the patient’s individual circumstances.