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What is the Role of Three-dimensional Ultrasound in Reproductive Medicine?

Po Mui Lam, Christopher Haines

Keywords : Reproductive medicine,three-dimensional,ultrasound

Citation Information : Lam PM, Haines C. What is the Role of Three-dimensional Ultrasound in Reproductive Medicine?. Donald School J Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol 2010; 4 (2):169-177.

DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10009-1140

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Published Online: 01-03-2011

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2010; The Author(s).


Abstract

This article reviews the merits of three-dimensional (3D) ultrasound and thereby establishes its clinical and research role in reproductive medicine. Its main clinical applications include the assessment for uterine anomalies and intrauterine pathology, especially, if combined with the procedure of saline infusion into the uterine cavity. Moreover, 3D color Doppler sonography is an exciting research tool for the evaluation of endometrial receptivity, ovarian reserve, and polycystic ovaries.


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