Resumen

LOURENCO, Mariana; MAIROS, João  y  MARTINO, Patrícia Di. Hysteroscopic Anesthesia: validation and description of a new method in office hysteroscopy. Acta Obstet Ginecol Port [online]. 2024, vol.18, n.1, pp.15-24.  Epub 31-Mar-2024. ISSN 1646-5830.

Office hysteroscopy is a safe and effective procedure for visualization and surgical approach of intracavitary diseases. Considered to be a standard technique, it allows to avoid risks and complications associated with patient’s hospitalization. Pain is one of the primary reasons for not completing the procedure, so that the concern with its reduction has been the subject of many studies. The purpose of this study was to describe an intracavitary anesthetic technique and demonstrate its effectiveness and safety in controlling pain during office hysteroscopy.

This is a retrospective study with eight hundred fifty-nine patients who underwent office hysteroscopy at two specialized units. The total of patients was submitted to office hysteroscopy for diagnostic or surgical purpose. Those who reported pain during the procedure were offered anesthesia, which was immediately performed. By using an endoscopic needle, hysteroscopic anesthesia was administered in specific sites with precise application guidelines. After the hysteroscopy, the intensity of the patient’s pain during the procedure was assessed by a numeric survey, regardless of having received hysteroscopic anesthesia. The doctor responsible was also invited to rate patient’s reported pain reliability by a numeric scale.

When using hysteroscopic anesthesia, office hysteroscopy was completed in 94.3% of the cases, however there were no significant differences regarding the number of completed procedures between those and the ones who didn't received. However, in women submitted to hysteroscopic anesthesia, the reduction in reported pain was significant, with a more noticeable effect in those who reported a higher pain score before the technique. There were no complications related to hysteroscopic anesthesia. Hysteroscopic anesthesia is an effective and safe method for pain control during office procedures and might be considered when performing this technique. Its use can provide a greater comfort to the patient and allows to avoid risks associated with the operating room.

Palabras clave : Hysteroscopic anesthesia; Pain; Office hysteroscopy.

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