The Cost-effectiveness of Hysterosalpingography Versus Hysterosalpingo-foam Sonography During Fertility Work-up

oil-based contrast fluid, Lipiodol Ultra Fluid. Lipiodol is a solution of iodinated ethyl esters of fatty acids of poppyseed oil. Equivalent to 480 mg iodine per ml. The maximum dosage is 15ml. Lipiodol is produced by Guerbet, France. Lipiodol is FDA approved and registered as contrast agent for HSG.

ExEm Foam which is created by mixing 5ml ExEm-gel and 5ml of purified water. ExEm-gel contains hydroxyethylcellulose and glycerol. The ExEm Foam is distributed by IQ Medical Ventures, the Netherlands. ExEm Foam is FDA approved, CE marked and registered as contrast agent for HyFoSy.