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Sonography of Nabothian cysts
AJR. American Journal of Roentgenology
|May 1, 1982
Summary
Nabothian cysts, common cervical retention cysts, were analyzed using ultrasound. This study details their sonographic appearance, size, location, and association with cervical enlargement in 25 cases.
Area of Science:
- Gynecologic Imaging
- Cervical Pathology
Background:
- Nabothian cysts are common findings in the cervix.
- Previous sonographic literature has not detailed these cysts.
Observation:
- A series of 25 cases of cervical retention cysts (nabothian cysts) were analyzed.
- Cyst sizes ranged from 6 to 20 mm, with most being multiple and eccentric to the cervical canal.
- Cysts were categorized as 'low' (near external os) or 'high' (cranial to this level).
Findings:
- Multiple cysts were observed in 14 out of 25 patients.
- Eccentricity to the cervical canal was noted in 17 out of 25 patients.
- Cervical enlargement was associated with nabothian cysts in 9 out of 25 cases.
Implications:
- This study provides the first sonographic characterization of nabothian cysts.
- Understanding their sonographic features aids in accurate gynecologic diagnosis.
- The findings contribute to the clinical significance and pathogenesis understanding of cervical retention cysts.