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Clarifying the role of three-dimensional transvaginal sonography in reproductive medicine: an evidenced-based appraisal

Journal of Experimental & Clinical Assisted Reproduction volume 2, Article number: 10 (2005) Cite this article

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This overview describes and illustrates the clinical applications of three-dimensional transvaginal sonography in reproductive medicine. Its main applications include assessment of uterine anomalies, intrauterine pathology, tubal patency, polycystic ovaries, ovarian follicular monitoring and endometrial receptivity. It is also useful for detailed evaluation of failed and/or ectopic pregnancy. Three-dimensional color Doppler sonography provides enhanced depiction of uterine, endometrial, and ovarian vascularity.

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  3. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1116 21stAvenue, South, Nashville, TN, 37232-2675, USA

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Raine-Fenning, N., Fleischer, A.C. Clarifying the role of three-dimensional transvaginal sonography in reproductive medicine: an evidenced-based appraisal . J Exp Clin Assist Reprod 2, 10 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1186/1743-1050-2-10

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