During a hysteroscopy, a high-viscosity solution, such as De…
During a hysteroscopy, a high-viscosity solution, such as Dextrose or D5W, is the preferred fluid selected and utilized to distend the uterus during a hysteroscopy procedure. The D5W is a high viscosity and therefore a heavier solution than human blood. This allows for easy ID of any bleeding vessels The solution is also _____, which prevents damage of any unintended tissue when using the ESU power energy generator for fulguration or ablation of tissue.