Iowa Radiology Blog

HSG for Detecting Fallopian Tube Blockages & Other Fertility Issues

Dec 10, 2024 8:30:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Hysterosalpingography (HSG) is a vital tool for understanding the causes of infertility and other reproductive health problems. This minimally invasive procedure provides insight into the health of the uterus and fallopian tubes,...

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What Can HSG Reveal About Fertility Issues?

Jun 4, 2024 7:13:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Fertility issues, including difficulty conceiving and recurrent pregnancy loss, can have many different causes. Doctors often order a variety of tests in the effort to learn why a patient has trouble getting or staying pregnant....

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Visualizing Female Reproductive Anatomy: How an HSG Works

Dec 11, 2023 8:15:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

What is an HSG?

A hysterosalpingogram (HSG) is a real-time X-ray test that examines the uterus and fallopian tubes. It relies on fluoroscopy, which allows doctors to visualize the flow of contrast dye as it occurs to identify...

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How Do I Know If I’m Infertile?

Dec 7, 2022 10:40:25 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

Fertility Changes Over Time

If you’ve been trying to get pregnant, you may be surprised at how long it can take. While women tend to be most fertile in their 20s, many in the U.S. have been waiting longer to start their families....

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Hysterosalpingography: Why It's Used & What to Expect

Jan 14, 2018 9:10:00 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

What is a hysterosalpingogram?

A hysterosalpingogram is an X-ray exam of the uterus and fallopian tubes. It uses fluoroscopy, which creates a moving picture rather than a single still image, to track the flow of contrast material...

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What Is a Hysterosalpingogram?

May 27, 2015 11:45:22 AM Posted by Iowa Radiology

If you struggle with infertility issues, you’re not alone. Fortunately, there are many diagnostic imaging tests available to try to pinpoint the cause of the problem and direct the best course of personalized treatment for you.

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