Imaging of Endometriosis: The Role of Ultrasound and Magnetic Resonance

Valentina Testini1, Laura Eusebi2, G Grechi3, Francesco Bartelli2, Giuseppe Guglielmi4
1Radiology Unit, ‘‘Dimiccoli’’ Hospital, Viale Ippocrate 15, 70051, Barletta, Italy
2Radiology Unit, ‘‘Carlo Urbani’’ Hospital, Jesi, Italy
3Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, ‘‘Carlo Urbani’’ Hospital, Jesi, Italy
4Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Foggia University School of Medicine, Viale L. Pinto 1, 71121, Foggia, Italy

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AbstractEndometriosis is a chronic gynecological disease characterized by the growth of functional ectopic endometrial glands and stroma outside the uterus. It causes pelvic pain, dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, or infertility. Diagnosis requires a combination of clinical history, non-invasive and invasive techniques. The aim of the present review was to evaluate the contribution of imaging techniques, mainly transvaginal sonography and magnetic resonance imaging to diagnose different locations and for the most appropriate treatment planning. Endometriosis requires a multidisciplinary teamwork to manage these patients clinically and surgically.

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