TIPS and Tricks for the Difficult Hysteroscopy

Study Objective The objective of this video is to provide gynecologists with the tools to successfully perform difficult hysteroscopic procedures. Design Narrated video. Setting There are many conditions including abnormal uterine bleeding which require sampling and/or visualization of the endocervical canal and intrauterine cavity. Hysteroscopy with direct visualization of the cavity is the gold standard for evaluation. Patients or Participants Patients undergoing hysteroscopy. Interventions This video describes 1) risk factors for a difficult hysteroscopy 2) how to optimize for success with preoperative planning and hysteroscopic set up and 3) tips and tricks to successfully navigate and complete a difficult hysteroscopy. Measurements and Main Results This video can serve as a resource for gynecologists to successfully perform difficult hysteroscopies. Conclusion Hysteroscopy is one of the most frequently performed gynecologic procedures and many are surgically challenging. It is important for gynecologists to optimize their skills in performing difficult hysteroscopies to provide the best care for our patients. The objective of this video is to provide gynecologists with the tools to successfully perform difficult hysteroscopic procedures. Narrated video. There are many conditions including abnormal uterine bleeding which require sampling and/or visualization of the endocervical canal and intrauterine cavity. Hysteroscopy with direct visualization of the cavity is the gold standard for evaluation. Patients undergoing hysteroscopy. This video describes 1) risk factors for a difficult hysteroscopy 2) how to optimize for success with preoperative planning and hysteroscopic set up and 3) tips and tricks to successfully navigate and complete a difficult hysteroscopy. This video can serve as a resource for gynecologists to successfully perform difficult hysteroscopies. Hysteroscopy is one of the most frequently performed gynecologic procedures and many are surgically challenging. It is important for gynecologists to optimize their skills in performing difficult hysteroscopies to provide the best care for our patients.