Diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities of ultrasound in the management of pelvic pain

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Abstract

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: This review discusses the current diagnostic and therapeutic role of ultrasound in the management of pelvic pain. RECENT FINDINGS: Recent advances in ultrasound technology and expertise have facilitated the accurate diagnosis of common gynaecological and nongynaecological pathologies. Peritoneal and deep infiltrating endometriosis can now be diagnosed using hard and soft ultrasound-based markers. The combination of ultrasound-guided aspiration and instillation of a sclerosant is an alternative to surgery in the management of adnexal masses. SUMMARY: Experience is a key factor in the ability of transvaginal ultrasound to characterize common gynaecological disorders with accuracy. Therapeutic ultrasound provides an alternative to surgery.

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chronic_pelvic_painendometriosisdie_deep_infiltrating

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Pelvic Pain Female Humans Pelvic Pain Pelvic Pain Pelvic Pain Ultrasonography, Interventional

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