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The Hysteroscope is intended to be used to permit viewing of the cervical canal and uterine cavity for the purpose of performing diagnostic procedures and to obtain an endometrial tissue sample (biopsy) in an outpatient or office setting. The sample is used for cytologic diagnosis. Generally recognized indications for diagnostic hysteroscopy include abnormal uterine bleeding, infertility and pregnancy wastage, evaluation of abnormal hysterosalpingogram, intrauterine foreign body, amenorrhea, and pelvic pain.

The Hystero-V hysteroscope is a handheld, battery operated portable hysteroscope consisting of a sterile, single-use cannula and a reusable handle with an LCD touchscreen monitor. It is intended to permit viewing of the cervical canal and uterine cavity for the purpose of performing diagnostic procedures and endometrial tissue sample (biopsy) in an outpatient or office setting. The disposable cannula has a light source and camera at the distal end that are used for visualization and to capture image and video of the diagnostic area. The image and video signals are transferred electronically from the cannula to the monitor on the handle via an electrical connection so that the physician can view the anatomy during the procedure. The cannula also has a fluid channel that can infuse fluids during the procedure or evacuate tissue. The fully assembled Hystero-V hysteroscope has an overall length of 465 mm (18.3 inches); the working length of the disposable cannula component is 254 mm (10 inches). When assembled, the Hystero-V hysteroscope weighs 0.5 pounds. The materials used in construction of the cannula-stainless steel, nylon, and polycarbonate-contact tissue for less than 24 hours. The device has been tested for biocompatibility and was shown to be biocompatible. The handle does not contact the patient.