"Thank you, super knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable throughout the whole procedure."
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Procedure Overview
Hysteroscopy
A small camera passed through the cervix to examine the inside of the womb and, where needed, treat problems in the same procedure.
Understanding the Procedure
What is a hysteroscopy?
A hysteroscopy is a procedure used to examine the inside of the womb (uterus). A thin telescope with a camera (a hysteroscope) is passed through the vagina and cervix into the womb, without any incisions in the abdomen.
It is most commonly used to investigate heavy or irregular periods, bleeding between periods, bleeding after the menopause, recurrent miscarriage and fertility problems. It can also help diagnose and remove polyps, small fibroids and retained tissue, and to assess the position of intrauterine contraceptive devices.
Diagnostic hysteroscopy is often performed as an outpatient procedure. More complex operative hysteroscopy is usually carried out under general or regional anaesthetic as a day case.
Hysteroscopy frequently allows diagnosis and treatment within the same appointment, avoiding the need for separate procedures.
When it is used
What hysteroscopy investigates and treats
Common reasons your clinician may recommend a hysteroscopy.
Abnormal bleeding
Investigation of heavy periods, intermenstrual bleeding and postmenopausal bleeding.
Polyps & small fibroids
Identification and removal of endometrial polyps and submucous fibroids causing symptoms.
Fertility & miscarriage
Assessment of the uterine cavity in recurrent miscarriage and as part of fertility workup.
IUD & retained tissue
Locating or removing a displaced coil, and managing retained products after pregnancy.
Specialist Care
Why Choose Mr Connell
Mr Connell uses hysteroscopy routinely as part of his investigation of heavy and abnormal bleeding, alongside endometrial ablation, Mirena coil fitting and other treatments for menorrhagia.
With over 20 years as a consultant performing minimal-access surgery, he prioritises a calm, well-explained experience and structured aftercare. Hysteroscopy is offered at KIMS Hospital and Benenden Hospital.
See and Treat
Operative hysteroscopy lets us remove polyps or small fibroids during the same procedure where suitable.
Integrated Bleeding Care
Findings are linked into a wider plan including ablation, Mirena or HRT where appropriate.
Verified Patient Reviews
What patients say
Recent five-star reviews from patients seen by Mr Connell, sourced from his verified iWantGreatCare profile.
"Very thorough and professional."
Verified patient | iWantGreatCare29th January 2026
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