The adnexa of the uterus include the ovaries and fallopian tubes, both of which are important reproductive organs in women. Any problem with one of these adnexa may affect female fertility. Therefore, it is best for women to undergo regular uterine adnexa color ultrasound examinations to timely understand their physical condition. So, how is uterine adnexa color ultrasound examined?
There are two main methods for uterine adnexal ultrasound examination. The first method is traditional transabdominal ultrasound examination. However, during the examination process, the peristalsis of the intestinal tract and the contents and gases of the intestine can interfere with the imaging of the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes, thereby affecting the doctor's judgment. Therefore, transabdominal ultrasound examination requires women to drink a lot of water and hold urine, so that the bladder can be filled and the intestinal tract can be pushed upward, allowing for clear observation of the uterus and adnexal conditions.
The second method is transvaginal ultrasound examination. The doctor will place the ultrasound probe into the female vagina. Vaginal ultrasound uses a high-frequency probe with strong functions, which can clearly observe the condition of the ovaries and fallopian tubes. Vaginal ultrasound is not easily affected by fat interference like abdominal ultrasound, and women do not need to endure the pain of holding urine. However, it should be noted that transvaginal ultrasound examination is not suitable for all women, and women without a history of sexual activity are prohibited from undergoing this examination.
Uterine adnexal ultrasound examination is mainly used to observe whether there are organic lesions in the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes of women, such as ovarian cysts, fallopian tube blockages, uterine fibroids, endometrial polyps, cervical erosion, pelvic fluid accumulation, etc. It helps women to detect problems as early as possible and receive effective targeted treatment from doctors in a timely manner to prevent diseases from affecting women's physical health and fertility.
