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Uterus

HSG; Uterosalpingography; Hysterogram; Uterotubography

Normally, all genital structures are present and without abnormality or defect. Contrast dye can normally be seen leaking out the fallopian tubes into the abdominal cavity.

Abnormal results may indicate any of the following:

• Uterine tumors
• Intrauterine adhesion
• Developmental disorders
• Obstruction of the fallopian tubes
• Traumatic injury
• Tubal adhesions
• Presence of foreign bodies
• Pregnancy outside the uterus (ectopic pregnancy)
• Scarring

Review Date: 09/19/2006
Reviewed By: Audra Robertson, MD, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.