Published: May 2026. Next review: 2031.
This evidence‑based model of care supports NSW Health services to provide safe, same‑day ambulatory diagnostic hysteroscopy without general anaesthesia.
Shifting suitable procedures from operating theatres to ambulatory settings:
- improves access to care
- enhances the patient experience
- uses health system resources more efficiently.
Hysteroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that allows direct visualisation of the uterine cavity and supports targeted biopsy or treatment. Advances in endoscopic technology now make ambulatory care a practical option.
This model of care reduces reliance on general anaesthesia and theatre time; frees up hospital capacity; safely manages intrauterine conditions; shortens recovery time; and lowers the risk of complications.
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At a glance
The model of care aims to increase access to ambulatory hysteroscopy across health services, improve the patient's experience and reduce hospital admissions.
Resources for clinicians and patients
Discussing ambulatory hysteroscopy with patients – Guide for clinicians (PDF 166.8 KB)
How clinicians can provide easy-to-understand information to patients who are considering ambulatory hysteroscopy.
Ambulatory hysteroscopy – Patient fact sheet (PDF 152.7 KB)
For patients undergoing hysteroscopy as a same-day hospital procedure rather than staying overnight.