What are the common diagnostic tools used in Gynecology?
Gynecology employs a variety of diagnostic tools to assess and diagnose conditions affecting the female reproductive system. Common diagnostic tools include:
- [Pap Smear]( ): A procedure to test for cervical cancer in women, involving the collection of cells from the cervix. - [Ultrasound]( ): Utilizes sound waves to create images of the internal organs, often used to examine the uterus, ovaries, and other pelvic structures. - [Hysteroscopy]( ): Involves the insertion of a thin, lighted tube through the vagina into the uterus, allowing for direct visualization of the uterine cavity. - [Colposcopy]( ): A magnified visual examination of the cervix, vagina, and vulva using a colposcope. - [Laparoscopy]( ): A minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows the examination of the pelvic organs through small incisions in the abdomen.
