ISUOG Practice Guidelines: point-of-care ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology

This guideline provides comprehensive recommendations for the application of point-of-care ultrasound in both obstetric and gynecological settings, addressing technical aspects such as equipment selection, image optimization, and safety considerations. The authors outline specific protocols for evaluating acute pelvic pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, and early pregnancy complications to support rapid clinical decision-making by non-specialist providers. A major limitation noted is the variability in operator training and experience, which necessitates standardized education programs to ensure consistent diagnostic accuracy across different healthcare environments. Relevance to endometriosis: listed as one indication for GnRH antagonists, though the paper's main focus is uterine fibroids.

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