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Hysterosalpingography (HSG)

子宫输卵管造影

Duration

30 minutes

Recovery

Same day — mild cramping for 1-2 hours

$

Savings

~75% vs US

Price Comparison
China$100 - $400
$250
United States$500 - $1,500
$1,000
Save approximately 75%

Average savings compared to US prices

About This Treatment

Diagnostic imaging procedure that evaluates the shape of the uterus and whether the fallopian tubes are open. A critical fertility workup test available at all major Chinese fertility centers at a fraction of Western costs.

Procedure Steps
1

Pre-Test Preparation

Timing between day 7-10 of menstrual cycle. Prophylactic antibiotic given. Patient empties bladder.

Duration: 15 minutes
2

Catheter Insertion

Thin catheter inserted through the cervix. Speculum used for visualization.

Duration: 5 minutes
3

Dye Injection & Imaging

Radio-opaque contrast dye injected while X-ray or ultrasound images capture the uterine cavity and tubal fill pattern.

Duration: 10-15 minutes
4

Results Review

Images reviewed immediately. Findings discussed with the patient, including any abnormalities and next steps.

Duration: 15 minutes
Benefits
  • Quick, definitive assessment of tubal patency and uterine anatomy
  • 80% cost savings compared to HSG in the US
  • Results available same day for immediate treatment planning
  • Some patients experience improved fertility in the months following HSG
Considerations
  • Mild to moderate cramping during and briefly after the procedure
  • Small risk of pelvic infection (reduced with prophylactic antibiotics)
  • Rare allergic reaction to contrast dye
  • Radiation exposure (minimal with modern fluoroscopy techniques)

Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.