Uterine film is an imaging method used to evaluate the intrauterine cavity and fallopian tubes. It is one of the most basic tests used in the investigation and diagnosis of infertility causes.


What Can Be Detected With Uterine Film?
The diseases that can be diagnosed thanks to the uterine film are basically:
– Uterine deformities such as double uterus and absence of one half of the uterus,
– Polyps and fibroids,
– Hydrosalpinx,
– Occlusion of the tubes,
– Conditions that put pressure on the uterine cavity,
– Intrauterine adhesions
How is it applied?
First of all, liquid contrast material is injected into the uterus to make the inside of the uterus and the tubes visible. Since this harmless liquid is applied under pressure, it can also provide a therapeutic effect in some cases by clearing some barrier structures in the tubes. Afterwards, a catheter is inserted through the cervix into the uterine canal. At this point, the balloon of the catheter is inflated, and its passage into the tubes and into the abdominal cavity is monitored, thanks to the fluid given. After the uterine film procedure, which takes about 15 minutes, patients can return to their daily lives.
After the end of the procedure, there may be a slight bleeding that can be considered normal. Anesthesia is not required during the uterine film process, which is a painless operation. However, in rare cases where there is hypersensitivity to pain, it can be performed with anesthesia.
