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Hysterosalpingography - Risks

Alternative Names

HSG; Uterosalpingography; Hysterogram; Uterotubography

What the risks are:

Allergic reaction to the contrast
Endometrial infection (endometritis)
Fallopian tube infection (salpingitis)
Perforation of (poking a hole through) the uterus

Special considerations:

This test should not be performed if you have pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) or are experiencing unexplained vaginal bleeding.

After the test, report any signs or symptoms of infection to your health care provider immediately. These include foul-smelling vaginal discharge, pain, or fever.

Uterus

Reviewed last on: 10/20/2008
Dan Sacks, MD, FACOG. Obstetrics and Gynecology in private practice, West Palm Beach, FL. Review provided by Verimed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

References

Katz VL. Diagnostic Procedures: Imaging, Endometrial Sampling, Endoscopy: Indications and Contraindications, Complications. In: Katz VL, Lentz GM, Lobo RA, Gershenson DM eds. Comprehensive Gynecology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2007: chap 11.

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