Dear Women's Imaging Insider,
Although it is common, adenomyosis is often mistaken for other gynecological abnormalities, which can be particularly problematic when it comes to treatment. If adenomyosis is misdiagnosed as uterine fibroids, for example, uterine artery embolization (UAE) may be used as the procedure of choice. But UAE won’t solve the patient's problem because it's not targeting the right vessels, according to Dr. Edward Lyons from the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada.
In a Women’s Imaging Insider exclusive, Lyons discusses how ultrasound can help make that differential diagnosis. Lyons also explains why he believes adenomyosis is underdiagnosed, and discusses the combined role of transvaginal ultrasound and clinical and physical exams to pinpoint this disease. You can read more about it at http://www.auntminnie.com/default.asp?Sec=sup&Sub=wom&Pag=dis&ItemId=58686.
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