Ultrasound of the uterosacral ligaments: A reliability study for diagnosing endometriosis in Australian non‐specialised medical imaging and radiology settings

This study demonstrates high inter and intraobserver agreement among sonographers and radiologists in a general imaging department for identifying USL characteristics and diagnosing USL endometriosis. Both experienced and less experienced operators can reliably assess USLs Consistency was shown in identifying thickened uterosacral ligaments however, there is no consensus on where uterosacral ligament be measured. Even so, a thickened USL can prompt further extension of the pelvic scan to look for other endometriosis markers.

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Australasian Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine
Published
2025-02-01
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https://doi.org/10.1002/ajum.12420
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2
Primary Topic
Endometriosis Research and Treatment
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Field-Weighted Citation Impact
3.40

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Ultrasound of the uterosacral ligaments: A reliability study for diagnosing endometriosis in Australian non‐specialised medical imaging and radiology settings

Shae Maple, Eva Bezak, Nayana Parange, Jane Chalmers
2 citations
Australasian Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine
Endometriosis Research and Treatment
3.40
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Ultrasound of the uterosacral ligaments: A reliability study for diagnosing endometriosis in Australian non‐specialised medical imaging and radiology settings

Shae Maple, Eva Bezak, Nayana Parange, Jane Chalmers
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2 citations

Abstract

This study demonstrates high inter and intraobserver agreement among sonographers and radiologists in a general imaging department for identifying USL characteristics and diagnosing USL endometriosis. Both experienced and less experienced operators can reliably assess USLs Consistency was shown in identifying thickened uterosacral ligaments however, there is no consensus on where uterosacral ligament be measured. Even so, a thickened USL can prompt further extension of the pelvic scan to look for other endometriosis markers.

Australasian Journal of Ultrasound in MedicineVol. 28(1)
University of South Australia (AU)
University of South Australia
Openalex Percentile: Top 10%
Endometriosis Research and Treatment
3.40
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