adenomyosis Flashcards
1
Q
what is adenomyosis
A
presence of endometrial tissue within the myometrium
more common in multiparous women towards the end of reproductive years
2
Q
features of adenomyosis
A
dysmenorrhoea
menorrhagia
enlarged, boggy uterus
3
Q
investigations in adenomyosis
A
transvaginal ultrasound first line
MRI alternative
4
Q
management of adenomyosis
A
symptomatic treatment: tranexamic acid
GnRH agonists
uterine artery embolisation
hysterectomy
