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Summary of Key Points The incidence of ectopic pregnancy (EP) in the United States is increasing as a result of an increase in the number of patients with risk factors as well as an increase in diagnosis due to earlier…
Summary of Key Points Transvaginal sonography (TVS) provides valuable information as part of the initial evaluation of an infertile patient. EVS has an essential role in monitoring endometrial thickness and morphology as well as follicular development during hormonal stimulation. EVS…
Summary of Key Points Normal fallopian tubes are difficult to visualize with ultrasound unless surrounded by small amounts of free peritoneal fluid. Classic sonographic signs that help distinguish a dilated fallopian tube from other cystic adnexal masses include waist, incomplete…
Summary of Key Points A simple cyst less than 3 cm in the ovary of a premenopausal patient is best termed a follicle and is a normal finding. A simple cyst less than 1 cm in the ovary of a postmenopausal patient…
Summary of Key Points Pelvic pain in the reproductive age patient often presents a diagnostic challenge as there are many causes, including both gynecologic and nongynecologic disorders with overlap in clinical symptoms. Pregnancy status must always be determined to exclude…
Summary of Key Points Sonography is the imaging modality of choice for evaluation of the myometrium, with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) reserved as a problem-solving technique. Many müllerian duct anomalies can be accurately diagnosed with sonography, and three-dimensional (3D) imaging…
Summary of Key Points Abnormal uterine bleeding is most commonly due to dysfunctional anovulatory bleeding in premenopausal women and endometrial atrophy in postmenopausal women. Approximately 90% of endometrial cancer occurs after age 50, with the most common symptom being abnormal…
Summary of Key Points Transabdominal sonography (TAS) and transvaginal sonography (TVS) are often complementary, providing different diagnostic information. TAS provides a wider field of view and better visualization of superficial structures and large pelvic masses but has limited resolution. The…
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Summary of Key Points Sonography has transformed the field of fetal therapy and serves as the widely available, necessary diagnostic and intraoperative guidance tool. The potential benefits of open maternal-fetal surgery must be weighed against the potential maternal and fetal…