Uterine Polyps Symptoms, Causes and More
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5. Diagnosis
A diagnosis requires specific tests to verify the presence of polyps. Several options are available that vary in invasiveness. A common procedure is a transvaginal ultrasound, which involves inserting the device into the vagina. This test uses sound waves to produce an image of the uterus's interior.
Another option is a sonohysterography, which uses a catheter to expand the uterus for a clearer image of the area. Also, a hysteroscopy may be used to identify uterine polyps and remove smaller ones.
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