Can a transvaginal ultrasound detect gynecological inflammation?
Apr 28, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Zhe
Introduction
Transvaginal ultrasound provides a relatively intuitive and accurate field of view, making it one of the most effective current diagnostic methods for gynecological conditions. Thus, transvaginal ultrasound can detect various gynecological diseases, including cervical inflammation, ovarian inflammation, and endometritis. Cervical inflammation is a common gynecological condition, typically caused by infections with *Mycoplasma* or *Chlamydia*.
Transvaginal ultrasound provides a relatively direct and accurate field of view, making it one of the most effective diagnostic methods currently available for gynecological conditions. Thus, transvaginal ultrasound can detect various gynecological diseases, including cervical inflammation, ovarian inflammation, and endometritis. Specific details are as follows:
1. Cervical Inflammation
Cervical inflammation is a common gynecological condition, typically caused by infections with Mycoplasma or Chlamydia. It may also result from physiologic ectropion—i.e., outward displacement of columnar epithelium—due to elevated estrogen levels during the reproductive years, leading to what is commonly termed “cervical erosion.”
2. Ovarian Inflammation
Ovarian inflammation usually occurs when personal hygiene is neglected during menstruation, or when sexual intercourse is performed during menses or excessively frequently, allowing pathogenic microorganisms to enter the body and ascend to the ovaries.
3. Endometritis
Endometritis arises from multiple causes, most commonly bacterial infection secondary to poor personal hygiene. Other gynecological infections may also spread to the endometrium, causing endometritis. Additionally, failure to administer timely antibiotic therapy following surgical procedures may predispose patients to endometritis.
