Now in an updated edition, this is the most comprehensive book on modern ultrasound imaging in assisted reproductive technology (ART) and reproductive medicine. Fully revised and expanded, it covers emerging technologies possible with the improvement of ultrasound equipment, including 3-D monitoring of follicles, bidirectional vibrant color and Doppler, and improved 3-D and 4-D imaging of reproductive structures. MRI-guided ultrasound procedures are discussed, and comparisons of 3-D imaging with MRI imaging for uterine anomalies will be reviewed with the advantages of 3-D as less expensive and performed by the gynecologist.
The overall approach of the original edition was maintained, starting with ultrasound safety, technique and diagnosis of the ovary, uterus and fallopian tubes (both normal and pathologic), followed by both male and female infertility and ART treatment and procedures including ultrasound monitoring of follicular development, endometrium, and an aid in embryo transfer to maximize the IVF success rates. Topics new to this edition include updated information on the diagnosis of benign and malignant adnexal masses, 3-D follicle monitoring, diagnosis of adenomyosis and endometriosis, including deep inseminated endometriosis, evaluation of the endometrial receptivity, use of contrasts for fallopian tube patency, controversies regarding septate uterus versus arcurate uterus via the use of 3-D ultrasound, and 3-D ultrasound with saline infusion sonogram and early pregnancy ultrasound.
