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¹Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Neonatology, University of Bari, Bari, Italy. stefanoendo@tin.it

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Summary

Hysteroscopy effectively diagnoses and treats uterine abnormalities in women undergoing fertility treatments. For those with recurrent failed IVF cycles, hysteroscopy is crucial for improving reproductive outcomes.

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Area of Science:

Reproductive Medicine
Gynecologic Surgery

Background:

Uterine abnormalities affect 21-47% of patients undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF).
The role of hysteroscopy in fertility practice remains debated despite evidence of its technical feasibility and tolerability.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of hysteroscopy in diagnosing and treating intrauterine pathologies in subfertile women.
To determine the necessity of hysteroscopy, particularly in patients with multiple failed assisted reproductive technology (ART) cycles.

Main Methods:

Review of randomized controlled trials on hysteroscopy's technical aspects and patient compliance.
Analysis of hysteroscopy's impact on reproductive outcomes, especially after failed ART cycles.

Main Results:

Hysteroscopy is well-tolerated and effective for treating intrauterine pathologies.
Diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy is mandatory for improving reproductive outcomes in patients with at least two failed ART cycles.
Office hysteroscopy is a safe, simple, and low-cost procedure for intrauterine pathology management.

Conclusions:

Hysteroscopy is a valuable tool for diagnosing and treating benign intrauterine conditions.
While consensus on its universal benefit is lacking, hysteroscopy is essential for patients with recurrent ART failures.
Office hysteroscopy offers a practical and effective approach to managing intrauterine pathologies, potentially improving fertility success rates.