Ultrasound diagnosis of endometriosis and adenomyosis: State of the art

Thierry Van den Bosch, T. Van den Bosch, Dominique Van Schoubroeck
Best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology · 2018 · vol. 51 , pp. 16–24 · doi:10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2018.01.013 · PMID:29506961 · W2790158216
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This review synthesizes the current understanding of ultrasound's capabilities in diagnosing endometriosis and adenomyosis, outlining established techniques and future directions.

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mesh:D004715endometriosisadenomyosis

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Adenomyosis Endometriosis Ultrasonography Adenomyosis Adenomyosis Diagnosis, Differential Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans Magnetic Resonance Imaging Observational Studies as Topic Prospective Studies Retrospective Studies Sensitivity and Specificity Ultrasonography

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