Chapter 251 Transvaginal Ultrasonography DESCRIPTION Transvaginal ultrasonography is a technique of ultrasonographic visualization of the uterus and adnexa using an ultrasonography probe placed in the vaginal canal. INDICATIONS Any situation in which imaging of the pelvic organs is appropriate and greater resolution than that which is possible with transabdominal approaches is desirable. (The resolution of transvaginal ultrasonography derives from the proximity of the ultrasound transducer and the higher frequencies of sound waves used by these devices. In some cases, this resolution may be as small as 0.2 mm.) Typical gynecologic indications include uterine size, shape, and orientation; evaluation of endometrium, myometrium, and cervix; identification and morphology of ovaries, assessment of the uterus and adnexa for masses, cysts, hydrosalpinges, and fluid collections; and evaluation of the cul-de-sac for free fluid or masses. Common obstetric indications include the assessment of cervical length, placental location, or the evaluation of fetal parts low in the pelvis. CONTRAINDICATIONS Known or suspected allergy to latex. REQUIRED EQUIPMENT • Sheath for the ultrasonographic probe (condom, glove, or similar) Only gold members can continue reading. Log In or Register to continue Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Related Related posts: Anemia Toxic Shock Syndrome Uterine Anomalies: Bicornuate, Septate, and Unicornuate Uterus Cervical Cancer Stay updated, free articles. Join our Telegram channel Join Tags: Netters Obstetrics and Gynecology Jun 6, 2016 | Posted by admin in GYNECOLOGY | Comments Off on Transvaginal Ultrasonography Full access? Get Clinical Tree
Chapter 251 Transvaginal Ultrasonography DESCRIPTION Transvaginal ultrasonography is a technique of ultrasonographic visualization of the uterus and adnexa using an ultrasonography probe placed in the vaginal canal. INDICATIONS Any situation in which imaging of the pelvic organs is appropriate and greater resolution than that which is possible with transabdominal approaches is desirable. (The resolution of transvaginal ultrasonography derives from the proximity of the ultrasound transducer and the higher frequencies of sound waves used by these devices. In some cases, this resolution may be as small as 0.2 mm.) Typical gynecologic indications include uterine size, shape, and orientation; evaluation of endometrium, myometrium, and cervix; identification and morphology of ovaries, assessment of the uterus and adnexa for masses, cysts, hydrosalpinges, and fluid collections; and evaluation of the cul-de-sac for free fluid or masses. Common obstetric indications include the assessment of cervical length, placental location, or the evaluation of fetal parts low in the pelvis. CONTRAINDICATIONS Known or suspected allergy to latex. REQUIRED EQUIPMENT • Sheath for the ultrasonographic probe (condom, glove, or similar) Only gold members can continue reading. Log In or Register to continue Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Related Related posts: Anemia Toxic Shock Syndrome Uterine Anomalies: Bicornuate, Septate, and Unicornuate Uterus Cervical Cancer Stay updated, free articles. Join our Telegram channel Join Tags: Netters Obstetrics and Gynecology Jun 6, 2016 | Posted by admin in GYNECOLOGY | Comments Off on Transvaginal Ultrasonography Full access? Get Clinical Tree
