Signs to get checked
- Spotting between periods
- Periods that are heavier or longer than before
- Bleeding after sex
- Irregular cycles
No cuts, done through the cervix
Uterine Polyp Removal in Gangnam, Seoul, by hysteroscopy with no incisions
Uterine polyp removal takes out endometrial polyps, small soft growths of the lining inside the uterus that can cause irregular bleeding or spotting. At Sinsoe Women's Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, female OB-GYNs remove them by hysteroscopy: a thin camera passes through the vagina and cervix, so there are no cuts on your belly. The polyp is sent to a lab to confirm it is benign. An English-speaking coordinator helps from booking to results.
- Hysteroscopy, no belly incisions
- Polyp sent for lab check
- Found by GYN ultrasound
- All-female doctors
- B2 surgery center, 5F recovery
- 0 incisions on the belly
- ₩100,000 GYN ultrasound (fee schedule, June 2026)
- 5 female doctors on one team
- EN English coordinator from booking to results
The basics
What is uterine polyp removal?
Uterine (endometrial) polyps are overgrowths of the uterine lining. They range from a few millimeters to several centimeters and are most common in your 40s and around menopause. Almost all are benign.
Polyps can cause spotting between periods, heavy periods or bleeding after menopause, and they may make it harder to get pregnant. Many are found on a routine ultrasound.
In hysteroscopic polypectomy, the doctor looks inside the uterus with a thin camera and cuts the polyp away at its base. Hysteroscopy can also treat adhesions and submucosal fibroids, which grow into the cavity.
Removal is often advised for When to remove a polyp
- Bleeding between periods or after sex
- Heavy or long periods
- Any bleeding after menopause
- Trying to get pregnant or before IVF
- A polyp that is large or growing
Not the same as
- A cervical polyp, which grows on the cervix and is seen during a speculum exam. See cervical polyp removal
- A fibroid in the uterine muscle. See fibroid removal
Signs
Uterine polyp symptoms and when to see a doctor
Some polyps cause no symptoms. Others change your bleeding pattern.
Don't wait with these
- Any bleeding after menopause
- A polyp found while trying to conceive
- Thickened lining on ultrasound
- Taking tamoxifen
Get seen soon if you have:
- Bleeding after menopause, even a little
- Very heavy bleeding that soaks a pad every hour
- Bleeding with dizziness or fainting
Message us on WhatsApp straight away. If it is an emergency, go to the nearest hospital emergency room.
Your options
How uterine polyps are managed
Small polyps without symptoms can sometimes be watched. Most symptomatic polyps are removed.
Watch with ultrasound
Small polyps with no symptoms, before menopause, may shrink or stay the same. A follow-up scan checks them.
Small, no symptomsHysteroscopic polypectomy
The polyp is seen directly and removed at its base through the cervix, then sent to the lab. This is the standard way to remove polyps.
Most polypsHysteroscopy for other problems
In the same procedure, the doctor can treat adhesions or a submucosal fibroid if one is found.
Polyps plus more Step by step
Your uterine polyp removal in Gangnam
Hysteroscopy is usually a short procedure with a same-day return home.
- 1 Message us in English On WhatsApp. Share your symptoms, scan report and the date of your last period.
- 2 Check in on 2F Bring your passport or Alien Registration Card. Reception and the OB-GYN clinic are on the 2nd floor.
- 3 Ultrasound and consultation A female OB-GYN confirms the polyp on ultrasound and explains the procedure and its risks.
- 4 Hysteroscopy on B2 The polyp is removed through the cervix in the B2 surgery center, with sedation or anesthesia as your doctor advises.
- 5 Rest and results You rest in a 5F recovery room and go home the same day. The lab result is explained at follow-up.
How to prepare
- The best time is just after your period ends, when the lining is thin.
- Fast as instructed if you will have sedation.
- Tell your doctor about blood thinners and if you could be pregnant.
- Arrange for someone to take you home after sedation.
What recovery feels like
Mild cramps and light bleeding or watery discharge for a few days are normal. Most women go back to normal activity the next day.
Avoid sex, baths and swimming for about 1 to 2 weeks, or as your doctor advises.
Honest picture
Results and risks
Hysteroscopic polyp removal is a common, low-risk procedure. Here is what to know.
Lab result
Usually within about 1 to 2 weeks
Almost all polyps are benign. If the lab finds unusual cells, your doctor explains the next steps and referral if needed.
Bleeding pattern
Often improves
Spotting caused by the polyp usually stops. Your doctor checks if another cause remains.
Recurrence
Polyps can return
New polyps can grow, especially before menopause. A yearly ultrasound helps find them early.
Risks
Uncommon
Infection, bleeding, a reaction to sedation, and rarely a small tear in the uterine wall (perforation) or fluid overload.
Expats & visitors
Uterine polyp removal in Korea as a foreigner
This is one of the easier procedures to fit into a stay in Seoul.
Simple follow-up
Bring your Alien Registration Card. Your lab result and follow-up scan are at the same clinic.
Plan around your period
Message your cycle dates so the procedure lands just after your period. Short flights are usually fine after 1 to 2 days.
English lab report
Ask for an English medical certificate and pathology result for your home doctor or insurer.
Quick answers
Uterine polyp removal in Seoul: common questions
Where can I get uterine polyp removal in Gangnam with an English-speaking doctor?
Sinsoe Women's Clinic at 537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul removes uterine polyps by hysteroscopy, with female OB-GYNs and an English-speaking coordinator. It is a 4-minute walk from Eonju Station Exit 7 (Line 9). Book on WhatsApp at +82-10-9517-5719.
Is hysteroscopic polyp removal painful?
It is done with sedation or anesthesia as your doctor advises, so the procedure itself should not hurt. Mild cramps afterwards are common.
Do uterine polyps need to be removed?
Not always. Small polyps without symptoms can be watched. Polyps that cause bleeding, occur after menopause or affect fertility are usually removed.
Are uterine polyps cancer?
Almost all are benign. The risk is higher after menopause, which is why removed polyps are checked in a lab.
Can uterine polyps cause infertility?
They can make implantation harder. Removing them is often advised before trying to conceive or starting IVF.
How much does uterine polyp removal cost in Seoul?
It depends on the case and anesthesia. A GYN ultrasound to find the polyp is ₩100,000 from the clinic's published fee schedule (June 2026); confirm before your visit. The coordinator gives an estimate for removal after your consultation.
How long is recovery?
Most women are back to normal activity the next day. Avoid sex and swimming for about 1 to 2 weeks.
Can tourists have a polyp removed in Seoul?
Yes. Visitors pay self-pay. Share your cycle and travel dates on WhatsApp to plan the best day.
Ready when you are
Book a uterine polyp consultation in Gangnam, Seoul
Send your scan report or symptoms in English. A coordinator replies with a time to see a female OB-GYN.
Sinsoe Women's Clinic
537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06126, South KoreaEonju Station Exit 7 (4 min) · Yeoksam Station Exit 6 (5 min)
| Mon & Fri | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue, Wed, Thu | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |