A HyCoSy (Hysterosalpingo Contrast Sonography) test is a safe, minimally invasive procedure to check if your Fallopian tubes are open. It’s a modern test which uses Sonography and is a proven alternative to the traditional X-ray-based HSG test.
HyCoSy Test
How is a HyCoSy Test Done?
You don’t need anaesthesia / sedation for the test.
A thin catheter is inserted through the cervix, and a saline solution may be used to check for polyps or fibroids in the uterus (an “aqua scan”).
Then, a “sono-contrast” agent is injected, and a transvaginal ultrasound tracks its flow through the fallopian tubes.
The whole procedure takes around 20 minutes and is no worse than period pains and no more uncomfortable than a cervical smear.
Preparing for Your HyCoSy Test
The test is done shortly after your period, before ovulation, to avoid any risk to a chance early pregnancy.
We ask you take simple pain killers like Paracetemol or Ibuprofen an hour before the test.
We prescribe antibiotics to prevent infection.
What Do the Results Mean?
- Open tubes: If the contrast flows freely, your fallopian tubes are open.
- Blocked tubes: If the flow is blocked, further treatment may be needed, such as IVF.
- The “aqua scan” also helps identify issues like polyps or fibroids in the uterus.
Possible Complications
Complications are rare but may include mild cramping, infection, or allergic reactions. If you experience severe pain, heavy bleeding, or fever, contact us immediately.
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