ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Gynaecology
The Finney Hospital Gynaecology Clinic is fully equipped to provide the full range of diagnostic services, including hysteroscopy and colposcopy. As well as dealing with general gynaecological problems, the clinic offers specialist advice and management of abnormal cervical smears, ovarian cysts, ovarian screening and endometriosis. Should further treatment be required, the hospital has a fully equipped day surgery theatre where the full range of minimal access procedures (both hysteroscopic and laparoscopic) can be carried out.

Hysteroscopy
A hysteroscopy is a procedure to look at the inside of the uterus (womb) using a small telescope (hysteroscope) usually following abnormal bleeding. It is common for a biopsy to be performed at the same time (which involves removing a small piece of the lining of the womb). A hysteroscopy is typically used to identify one of the following conditions:

· Fibroids (an overgrowth of the muscle of the womb)
· Polyps (a small skin tag that looks like a small grape on a stalk)
· Endometrial cancer (a malignant growth in the lining of the womb)
· Abnormally-shaped womb –(sometimes associated with abnormal uterine bleeding or miscarriages)

Colposcopy
A colposcopy involves using a bright light and a microscope to look at your cervix. The preparation is the same as for when you have a cervical smear. During this procedure, a solution of weak acetic acid (vinegar) is used to dab the cervix. This will then show up any abnormal cells as they will change colour. Should any abnormal cells be present, the consultant will be able to identify them and take a small biopsy to send away for further analysis.
For further information, contact the outpatients department on 021 851702.