Prediction of pouch of douglas obliteration: point-of-care ultrasound vs. pelvic examination

ConclusionPoint-of-care TVUS sliding sign demonstrated significantly improved sensitivity compared to palpation of a nodule on pelvic examination for prediction of POD obliteration. Therefore, point-of-care TVUS sliding sign improves the pre-operative assessment of POD disease, and thus may lead to more optimal surgical planning in women with suspected endometriosis
Source: Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology - Category: OBGYN Source Type: research