Ultrasound in urogynecology

Czech version

Authors: J. Mašata; K. Švabík; A. Martan
Authors‘ workplace: Gynekologicko-porodnická klinika VFN a 1. LF UK, Praha, přednosta prof. MUDr. A. Martan, DrSc.
Published in: Ceska Gynekol 2012; 77(4): 292-298

Overview

Objective of the study:
The objective of the study is to display the role and importance of ultrasound examination in urogynecology.

Design:
Literature review.

Settings:
Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, First Medical Faculty, Charles University, General Teaching Hospital, Prague.

Material and methods:
Presentation of the standards in use of ultrasound imaging in urogynecology and presentation of our practical skills in ultrasound diagnoses in the management of lower urinary tract dysfunctions and in monitoring of the effect of surgical treatment and its complications.

Conclusions:
Ultrasound is an excellent method for the investigation of the lower urinary tract, not only as a diagnostic tool but also for the monitoring of the effect of surgical procedures.

Key words:
ultrasound, transperineal ultrasound, introital ultrasound, surgical complication.

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