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Ultrasonic visualization of the endometrial cycle
P Mastrantonio1, P Bruno, C Lampariello
12nd Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Naples University, Italy.
Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology
|January 1, 1987
Summary
Ultrasonography can visualize the uterine lining during the proliferative and secretory phases of the menstrual cycle. However, the endometrial cavity is not clearly identifiable during menstruation.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Gynecology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- The endometrial cycle involves dynamic morphological changes in the uterine mucosa.
- Accurate assessment of endometrial morphology is crucial for reproductive health evaluations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the dynamic morphological aspects of the uterine mucosa during different phases of the endometrial cycle.
- To assess the efficacy of ultrasonographic methods in visualizing the endometrium throughout the menstrual cycle.
Main Methods:
- Ultrasonographic examinations were performed on 148 patients with regular menstrual cycles and biphasic basal body temperature.
- Endometrial visualization was assessed during the proliferative, secretory, and menstrual phases.
Main Results:
- The uterine mucosa was visualized in 33%-45% of cases during the proliferative phase.
- Endometrial identification rates were higher during the secretory phase, ranging from 81.4% to 90%.
- The endometrial cavity was never clearly identified during the menstrual phase.
Conclusions:
- Ultrasonography is effective for visualizing the endometrium during the proliferative and secretory phases.
- The menstrual phase presents challenges for clear endometrial cavity identification using ultrasonography.