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The atrophic postmenopausal uterus.

E I Miller, R H Thomas, P Lines

    Journal of Clinical Ultrasound : JCU
    |August 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary
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    In postmenopausal women over 65, the uterus typically atrophies. Pelvic masses require excluding an atrophic uterus, best visualized with specific ultrasound techniques.

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    Area of Science:

    • Radiology
    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Gynecology

    Background:

    • Postmenopausal uterine size typically decreases, appearing atrophic after age 65.
    • Pelvic masses in this demographic warrant careful evaluation to rule out uterine origin.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To emphasize the importance of excluding an atrophic uterus when evaluating pelvic masses in elderly women.
    • To describe optimal ultrasound methods for identifying a small, atrophic uterus.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing single sweep longitudinal ultrasound sections.
    • Adjusting ultrasound gain settings to enhance visualization of small uterine structures.

    Main Results:

    • An atrophic uterus is routinely observed in women over 65.

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  • Specific ultrasound techniques can successfully localize small uteri.

    • Conclusions:

    • Pelvic masses in postmenopausal women over 65 should not be presumed to be uterine without excluding an atrophic uterus.
    • Ultrasound, particularly with adjusted gain settings, is effective for identifying small, atrophic uteri.