Pelvic ultrasound
The initial pelvic ultrasound examines the uterus, endometrium, ovaries, and mobility of organs to investigate abnormal bleeding, abdominal pain, or fertility issues. It is recommended to undertake both transabdominal (imaging through the tummy wall) and transvaginal (an ultrasound probe in the vagina) to provide best images.
Deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) ultrasound
This is a specialised transvaginal scan used to assess for pain and advanced endometriosis. It takes considerably longer than the initial pelvic ultrasound as it assesses areas of the vagina, space between vagina and rectum, the bowel, bladder, and pelvic ligaments, surrounding spaces, organ mobility, and soft signs of endometriosis. It is often used aiding in treatment or surgical planning but increasingly being offered as the standard of care ultrasound for pelvic pain. It is best performed just after ovulation.
Hysterosalpingo-contrast sonography (HyCoSy)
This involves an internal examination and transvaginal ultrasound {link to procedure) that evaluates the uterine cavity and fallopian tube patency by injecting contrast fluid and using ultrasound to assess for blockages or abnormalities, primarily in fertility investigations.
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