Women often have to go to gynecologists. These doctors monitor the health of the reproductive organs and are pregnant. Often, the patient needs to be diagnosed to establish an accurate diagnosis. One of the research methods is endometrial pipe-biopsy. What is it, you can find out from the article.
Diagnostic procedures in gynecology
Pipel biopsy of the endometrium (what it is - will be described later) is one of the methods for diagnosing women's health. Also, gynecologists often prescribe an ultrasound scan. It is carried out more quickly and does not require special preparation. However, ultrasound may not always provide accurate information.
Diagnostic procedures that a gynecologist can prescribe also include curettage of the uterus, laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, metrosalpingography, and so on. Carrying out these manipulations has its own indications in each individual case. In recent years, endometrial pipe-biopsy has become very popular among gynecologists and obstetricians. What it is? The article will talk about this further.
Pipel endometrial biopsy - what is it?
This study is very important in making the correct diagnosis. It is held within the walls of the hospital. Diagnostics must be performed by a qualified technician.
The endometrial aspiration pipepel biopsy got its name by the name of the person who discovered the tool for collecting material. This device is a short tube with a diameter of 2 to 4 millimeters. At the end of the device there is a beveled end. It is subsequently placed in the cavity of the genital organ. On the other hand, the equipment has a so-called piston. When it is removed, the collection of material from the uterus begins.
Indications for manipulation
A gynecologist or reproductologist can prescribe this study for many reasons. Often these are various hormonal pathologies. These include, for example, endometriosis. The study is also carried out in a chronic inflammatory process in the cavity of the genital organ.
Manipulation is indicated for women after 40 years and during menopause. If a representative of the weaker sex suffers from uterine bleeding or heavy periods, then the study will help clarify the situation.
Diagnosis is always prescribed before in vitro fertilization. This helps to avoid difficulties during the period of embryo transfer. Pipel biopsy of the endometrium is indicated for women suffering from infertility.
Contraindications
In what cases is endometrial pipe-biopsy prohibited? Reviews of doctors say that in the following cases it is worth postponing the manipulation for an indefinite period:
- pregnancy of any period or suspicion of it;
- inflammatory or infectious processes that occur in the vagina;
- bleeding disorder;
- the presence of infections that were acquired during sexual contact, and so on.
It is worth saying that the diagnosis can lead to complications in case of neglect of the listed contraindications. That is why, before the procedure, a woman should visit the ultrasound room, take a blood test and a smear from the vagina to determine sterility.
How is material taken?
Endometrial biopsy, the price of which is in the range from 2 to 7 thousand rubles, should be carried out exclusively within the walls of the hospital. In this case, the woman does not require any specific preparation. To carry out the manipulation is from 7 to 12 days of the menstrual cycle. It is at this point that the data obtained will be the most informative.
Before the study, the patient can be given an analgesic injection in the tissue of the cervix. However, this is done only if the gynecologist uses a pipe with a diameter of 4 millimeters. Also, some clinics before manipulation offer the patient to take a sedative and a drug that suppresses contractile muscle function.
The material is taken on a gynecological chair. The procedure lasts an average of 30 seconds. Preparation takes more time. Before starting the manipulation, it is necessary to determine the depth of the uterus. This is done using a special device under the control of an ultrasonic sensor. After that, the appropriate size of the pipe is selected, and the instrument is inserted into the cervix. Then the doctor pulls the device by the piston, and at this time negative pressure is created in the cavity of the genital organ. Particles of the endometrium and other tissues fall into a sterile tube, which is immediately removed from the woman's body. Histological examination lasts approximately 7-10 days. After this, the patient may receive an opinion. For decoding and further appointments, you should contact your gynecologist.
After endometrial biopsy
What happens after the study? The doctor must give the patient appropriate recommendations. After taking the material, a woman may detect spotting. They must pass within a few days. Also, about two weeks should limit physical activity. Sex and hot baths are prohibited.
Complications from manipulation are very rare. Often the cause of their occurrence is non-compliance with conditions and improper manipulation. A woman should be familiar with possible problems before the procedure. These include:
- damage to one of the walls of the uterus (requires emergency surgery);
- bleeding (often caused by pathologically altered tissues);
- inflammation (infection is introduced from an infected vagina) and so on.
If you feel bad after a pipe-biopsy, then you should immediately contact a medical institution. Symptoms of a developing pathology include fever, pain in the lower abdomen, discharge of an unusual nature, prolonged brown daub, and so on.
Summarizing
You now know what a endometrial pipe-biopsy is. It is worth noting that this manipulation has a lot of advantages over diagnostic curettage. When conducting a pipe-biopsy, the cervical canal does not expand. Because of this, a woman may well endure manipulation without the use of anesthetics. If you are prescribed this study, then you should follow all the doctor's recommendations. Health to you and good results!