[Magnetic resonance manifestations of endometriosis]

Zhongguo Yi Xue Ke Xue Yuan Xue Bao. 2009 Jun;31(3):374-7.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Objective: To explore the magnetic resonance (MR) characteristics of endometriosis.

Methods: The clinical and MR data of 33 patients with endometriosis were retrospectively analyzed.

Results: MR manifestations of endometriosis included endometrioma, peritoneal endometrial implant, adhesion, and other rare features.

Conclusions: MR manifestations of endometriosis vary. Combining the clinical data with imaging data will help more accurate preoperative assessment of endometriosis.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Endometriosis / diagnosis*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Middle Aged
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Young Adult