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HSG test questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Medulla | vascular tissue |
| Cortex | outer portion of the glandular tissue |
| What are the 3 sections of uterine tubes? | isthmus, ampulla, infundibulum |
| How long are the uterine tubes? | 3-5” |
| What are the sections of the uterus? | fundus, body, isthmus, cervix |
| Endometrium | mucosal lining of the uterine cavity |
| How long is the vagina? | 3” |
| Hysterosalpingography | radiographic examination of the uterus and uterine tubes |
| Type of contrast used | water soluble |
| What is the purpose of an HSG? | determine the size, shape, and position of uterus and tubes |
| What type of lesions may be seen on an HSG? | polyps, submucosal tumor masses, fistulous tracts |
| Film placement | 2” above PS |
| Radiographs to be taken with an HSG | AP, oblique, axial, lateral |