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Three-dimensional ultrasound in gynecological clinical practice

Authors Alcazar JL, Aubá, Olartecoechea

Received 29 November 2011

Accepted for publication 14 December 2011

Published 24 January 2012 Volume 2012:5 Pages 1—13

DOI https://doi.org/10.2147/RMI.S21963

Review by Single anonymous peer review

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Juan Luis Alcázar, María Aubá, Begoña Olartecoechea
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, University of Navarra, Pamplona, Spain

Abstract: Three-dimensional ultrasound is an imaging technique that is being introduced into clinical practice in several medical specialties. Although this technique is unlikely to replace the two-dimensional ultrasound, its role as a diagnostic tool is being explored. In fact, in the field of gynecology there has been a steady increase in the number of papers published in the last few years. These applications include: imaging the uterus, uterine cavity, adnexa, and pelvic floor as well as reproductive medicine, such as the prediction of IVF success or ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. The aim of this paper is to review the current status of three-dimensional ultrasound in clinical practice in gynecology.

Keywords: three-dimensional, ultrasound, gynecology

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