FemVue Procedure in Silver Spring, MD
Strength In You OBGYN offers the FemVue® procedure to evaluate fallopian tube patency as part of infertility testing. This simple, minimally invasive office procedure provides valuable information about whether the fallopian tubes are open without exposing patients to radiation.
What Is FemVue?
FemVue uses saline and air contrast combined with ultrasound imaging to determine whether your fallopian tubes are open. It is often recommended during a fertility evaluation and can frequently be completed during a routine office visit.
Benefits of FemVue
- No radiation exposure
- Performed in the office
- Minimally invasive
- Quick procedure
- Little downtime
- Immediate results
- Helps guide fertility treatment
Who May Need FemVue?
- Women experiencing infertility
- Patients with recurrent pregnancy loss
- Women planning fertility treatment
- Patients with suspected tubal blockage
Schedule Your Fertility Evaluation
If you’re trying to conceive, our team can help determine whether FemVue should be part of your fertility evaluation.
Book OnlineFrequently Asked Questions
Is FemVue painful?
Most patients experience only mild cramping during the procedure.
How long does it take?
The procedure typically takes about 15 to 30 minutes.
Does FemVue use radiation?
No. It uses ultrasound rather than X-rays.
Can I return to work afterward?
Yes. Most women resume normal activities the same day.
When is FemVue performed?
It is usually scheduled shortly after your menstrual period ends and before ovulation.