


Over 70,000 procedures performed in the UK and Ireland and over 550,000 worldwide
Lower VAS pain scores when compared with HSG
No reported adverse side effects
Eliminates unnecessary exposure to ionising radiation – IR(ME)R
Reduced procedure cost when compared with HSG and potentially fewer clinic visits
HyCoSy (HyFoSy) should be considered as an effective alternative to hysterosalpingography
Similar spontaneous pregnancy rates following HyFoSy tubal patency test to HSG
Non oil-based contrast eliminates potential associated risks
Clinical guideline [CG156]
September 2017
The HyFoSy procedure uses ExEm foam to provide clear images under ultrasound in a clinic setting
The ExEm Foam Kit comprises hydroxyethylcellulose, glycerol and purified water which when mixed creates a highly echogenic foam
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