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Polycystic ovaries.
K Lakhani1, A M Seifalian, W U Atiomo
1Ultrasound Department, X-Ray, North Middlesex Hospital, Sterling Way, Edmonton, London N18 1QX, UK.
The British Journal of Radiology
|January 25, 2002
Summary
Transvaginal ultrasound is the gold standard for diagnosing polycystic ovaries, found in at least 20% of young women. However, only a small percentage develop classic polycystic ovary syndrome symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive endocrinology and imaging science
Background:
- Transvaginal ultrasound is the established gold standard for diagnosing polycystic ovaries.
- Ultrasound studies indicate a prevalence of polycystic ovaries in at least 20% of young women.
- Polycystic ovaries on ultrasound are present in 5-10% of women with classic polycystic ovary syndrome symptoms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the significance of polycystic ovaries in asymptomatic women.
- To explore the role of advanced ultrasound techniques, including Doppler and 3D ultrasound.
- To understand the association between hemodynamic changes and polycystic ovaries.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing transvaginal ultrasound as the primary diagnostic tool.
- Analyzing prevalence data from various ultrasound studies.
- Investigating the application of Doppler and 3D ultrasound technologies.
Main Results:
- Transvaginal ultrasound reveals polycystic ovaries in a significant proportion of young women.
- A minority of women with ultrasound-diagnosed polycystic ovaries exhibit classical polycystic ovary syndrome symptoms.
- The clinical significance of polycystic ovaries in asymptomatic individuals remains under active investigation.
Conclusions:
- Transvaginal ultrasound is crucial for identifying polycystic ovaries.
- Further research is needed to clarify the implications of polycystic ovaries in asymptomatic women.
- The role of advanced ultrasound modalities and hemodynamic changes requires continued study.