[Usefulness of office hysteroscopy]

Area of Science:

• Gynecology
• Minimally Invasive Surgery

Context:

• Office hysteroscopy is an alternative to traditional diagnostic and operative procedures for intrauterine pathologies.
• Evaluating the efficacy and feasibility of office hysteroscopy in a private medical setting is crucial for its wider adoption.

Purpose:

• To demonstrate the efficacy and feasibility of office hysteroscopy in treating intrauterine pathologies.
• To assess patient satisfaction and complication rates associated with office hysteroscopy.

Summary:

• A retrospective study of 84 office hysteroscopies (32 diagnostic, 52 operative) showed no complications.
• Procedures were performed with or without anesthesia, with high patient satisfaction reported.
• Twenty patients achieved pregnancy post-procedure, and two cases of endometrial carcinoma were detected.

Impact:

• Office hysteroscopy is a safe and effective procedure with minimal complications when performed by expert hands.
• This technique offers excellent patient satisfaction and therapeutic benefits for various intrauterine conditions.
• The findings support the integration of office hysteroscopy into routine gynecological practice.