Pre-cycle saline infusion sonography minimizes assisted reproductive technologies cycle cancellation due to endometrial polyps

Fertil Steril. 2008 Oct;90(4):1324-6. doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2007.09.050. Epub 2007 Dec 21.

Abstract

Pre-ART cycle screening with saline infusion sonohysterography is effective at limiting cycle cancellation caused by endometrial polyps to 0.5%. Although a thickened lining at the time of baseline ultrasound can be indicative of a uterine polyp, a normal endometrial lining does not eliminate the possibility that a polyp will be discovered during the cycle.

Publication types

  • Controlled Clinical Trial
  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Contrast Media
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infusions, Parenteral
  • Patient Selection
  • Polyps / diagnostic imaging*
  • Reproductive Techniques, Assisted*
  • Sodium Chloride*
  • Ultrasonography
  • Uterine Diseases / diagnostic imaging*

Substances

  • Contrast Media
  • Sodium Chloride