Are different terminologies to name the same type of ultrasound. Transvaginal or endovaginal are similar names that mean:
- Transvaginal = through the vagina
- Endovaginal = inside the vagina
Despite different terminology, they consist of same exam: a ultrasound performed by the vaginal route to access pelvic structures.
Transvaginal ultrasonography is used to evaluate pelvic organs and structures of women as uterus, endometrium, ovaries, uterine tubes, etc. It is an image examination in which, through an instrument, the doctor / patient immediately visualizes normalities or possible changes in that region.
By examining the pelvic structures and organs, such as the uterus, ovaries, cervix, and fallopian tubes, the examination can be to evaluate the thickness of the endometrium; uterine bleeding; presence of pelvic mass (myoma, cancer); anomalies in the uterus; IUD location; evaluation of pregnancy and to assist in the assisted reproduction.
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