Technique and diagnostic utility of saline infusion sonohysterography

Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2009 Apr;105(1):5-9. doi: 10.1016/j.ijgo.2008.11.017. Epub 2009 Feb 20.

Abstract

The introduction of saline infusion sonohysterography has significantly improved sonographic diagnosis of various endometrial pathologies. This procedure entails instillation of warm saline into the uterine cavity transcervically to provide enhanced visualization of the endometrium during transvaginal ultrasound examination. This article reviews the sonohysterography technique and current utility, as well as the spectrum of imaging features of various endometrial pathologies.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Endometrium / diagnostic imaging*
  • Endometrium / pathology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hysteroscopy / methods
  • Sodium Chloride*
  • Ultrasonography
  • Uterine Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
  • Vagina / diagnostic imaging

Substances

  • Sodium Chloride