Adenomyosis Flashcards
1
Q
Clinical features of Adenomyosis?
A
dysmenorrhoea
menorrhagia
enlarged, boggy uterus
2
Q
What’s the main investigation of Adenomyosis, and what’s the alternative?
A
NICE recommend transvaginal ultrasound as the first-line investigation
MRI is an alternative
3
Q
What are the type of management we can suggest for Adenomyosis?
A
symptomatic treatment-
tranexamic acid to manage menorrhagia
GnRH agonists
uterine artery embolisation
hysterectomy
4
Q
What is adenomyosis?
A
Adenomyosis is characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue within the myometrium. It is more common in multiparous women towards the end of their reproductive years.
