A. Votino

Terms, definitions and measurements to describe sonographic features of myometrium and uterine masses: a consensus opinion from the Morphological Uterus Sonographic Assessment (MUSA) group

The MUSA (Morphological Uterus Sonographic Assessment) statement is a consensus statement on terms, definitions and measurements that may be used to describe and report the sonographic features of the myometrium using gray‐scale sonography, color/power Doppler and three‐dimensional ultrasound imaging. The terms and definitions described may form the basis for prospective studies to predict the risk of different myometrial pathologies, based on their ultrasound appearance, and thus should be relevant for the clinician in daily practice and for clinical research. The sonographic features and use of terminology for describing the two most common myometrial lesions (fibroids and adenomyosis) and uterine smooth muscle tumors are presented. Copyright

Optimizing the Histological Diagnosis of Adenomyosis Using in vitro Three-Dimensional Ultrasonography.

The use of in vitro three-dimensional ultrasound examination with needle stereotaxis after hysterectomy is illustrated in a case of extensive adenomyosis. The quality of the images at in vitro ultrasonography was compared with the quality of the images obtained at the preoperative ultrasound examination. The ultrasound findings were compared with the macroscopical and the microscopical examination. This new approach helps in indicating the precise location of the preoperatively identified adenomyosis lesions to the pathologist. This may optimize the diagnostic accuracy of the histological examination in women with adenomyosis.

OP36.08: Optimization of the image quality of endometrial-myometrial junction (EMJ)

measurements and significantly smaller for the CRL measurement (P = 0.041). Conclusions: Medaphor ScanTrainer distinguishes between gynaecologists of differing ultrasound expertise in terms of completing a comprehensive and systematic transvaginal scan and measurement accuracy. This system has sufficient construct validity to warrant further investigation into its use in gynaecological scan training and further research is ongoing.

OP03.04: The influence of patient characteristics on the image quality of the endometrial‐myometrial junction (EMJ)

a maximal angle of 43 degrees. A counterclockwise rotation (to the right) was identified in 39.2% cases with mean angle of 34.1 ± 13.4 degrees and a maximal angle of 72 degrees. Only 11.8% of patients had exact parallel orientation of the uterine fundus to the long axis of the body. Conclusions: Assessment of rotation angle of the uterus at the fundus is possible using 3-D ultrasound. This is important especially for patients whose pelvic exam is not adequate and may help to improve the results of procedures that involve the uterus.

International Endometrial Tumor Analysis (IETA) terminology in women with postmenopausal bleeding and sonographic endometrial thickness ≥ 4.5 mm: agreement and reliability study

To estimate intra‐ and interrater agreement and reliability with regard to describing ultrasound images of the endometrium using the International Endometrial Tumor Analysis (IETA) terminology.

OP36.09: Optimal ultrasound visualization of the endometrial‐myometrial junction (EMJ)

measurements and significantly smaller for the CRL measurement (P = 0.041). Conclusions: Medaphor ScanTrainer distinguishes between gynaecologists of differing ultrasound expertise in terms of completing a comprehensive and systematic transvaginal scan and measurement accuracy. This system has sufficient construct validity to warrant further investigation into its use in gynaecological scan training and further research is ongoing.