Hysteroscopy Flashcard

Front

What is the hysteroscope used to visualize?

Back

Uterus

Answer explanation

The hysteroscope is a medical instrument specifically designed to visualize the uterus. It allows doctors to examine the interior of the uterus for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Front

What is an indication for operative hysteroscopy?

Back

All of the above

Answer explanation

Operative hysteroscopy is indicated for various conditions, including abnormal uterine bleeding, retained products of conception, and obtaining tissue samples. Therefore, the correct answer is 'All of the above'.

Front

What is a uterine polyp an overgrowth of?

Back

endometrium

Answer explanation

A uterine polyp is an overgrowth of the endometrium, which is the inner lining of the uterus. The other options refer to different layers or structures of the uterus and are not involved in polyp formation.

Front

Madi is studying about uterine fibroids in her biology class. She learns that a uterine fibroid is an overgrowth of the:

Back

myometrium

Answer explanation

A uterine fibroid is a benign tumor that arises from the myometrium, which is the muscular layer of the uterus. The other layers, such as the endometrium, perimetrium, and peritoneum, are not involved in fibroid formation.

Front

Are endometrial polyps soft and pink in appearance?

Back

True

Answer explanation

True. Endometrial polyps are indeed soft and pink in appearance, which is a characteristic feature that helps in their identification during medical examinations.

Front

How do fibroids appear during hysteroscopy?

Back

Firm, round & white

Answer explanation

Fibroids typically appear as firm, round, and white structures during hysteroscopy. This characteristic appearance helps differentiate them from other types of tissue and conditions within the uterus.

Front

What position will Hildegarde be placed in during a hysteroscopy procedure?

Back

Lithotomy

Answer explanation

The patient is placed in the lithotomy position for a hysteroscopy, which allows optimal access to the pelvic area and facilitates the procedure. This position is standard for gynecological surgeries.

Front

What should be firmly secured to the patient while draping during hysteroscopy to prevent falsely elevated negative fluid balance?

Back

Fluid collection bag

Answer explanation

The fluid collection bag should be firmly secured to the patient to accurately measure fluid output. If not secured, it may lead to falsely elevated negative fluid balance readings.

Front

What is the first step in a hysteroscopy procedure after the patient is draped?

Back

Speculum is placed

Answer explanation

The first step in hysteroscopy after draping the patient is to place the speculum. This allows for better visualization and access to the cervix before any further procedures, such as grasping the cervix or inserting the hysteroscope.

Front

During a medical training session, Alex learned that at the beginning of a hysteroscopy the cervix is grasped with a tenaculum. What step comes next in this procedure?

Back

Cervix is dilated

Answer explanation

After grasping the cervix with a tenaculum, the next step is to dilate the cervix. This is necessary to allow for the insertion of instruments, such as a hysteroscope, for further examination or procedures.