WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for May, 1997: Re: US report

Re: US report

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 27 May 1997 22:22:27 -0500 (CDT)

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At Tue, 27 May 1997, Joanne wrote: >
>I had written awhile back concerning my sister, who had developed severe
>pelvic and back pains, and rectal discomfort, associated with her
>periods. She has followed up with her gyn and a gastro-enterologist, as
>was suggested and just had a vaginal US.
>The report shows a retroverted and top normal uterus,

Some studies have shown and some authors describe increase findings of retroverted(R/V) uterus with endometriosis (mainly severe and with scarring) although the greatest majority of R/V uteri have no endometriosis at all.

>with a thickened
>endometrial stripe, measuring at least 15mm.

Not inconsistent with luteal phase measurements.

>Both ovaries are normal in
>size with small follicular cysts noted on the left. There is minimal
>fluid in the cul de sac.

Frequently seen and non diagnostic but occaasionally asscoiated with ruptured ovarian cyst.

>My question: Does this US appear to be normal?

Basically, yes.

>Could it be indicative of
>endometriosis?

Not indicative of endometriosis but obviously, the diagnosis is not excluded either.

>She is 45 years old.
>Thanks for your time.

You're welcome.

-- Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS OBGYN.net U.S. Representative, New York Great Neck, New York http://www.obgyn.net/states/bios/marchbein.htm http://www.obgyn.net/women/heroes/harveym.htm

*Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purpose only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options.

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