Targeted Ultrasound for Deep Bowel Endometriosis

Abstract

Bowel endometriosis is a complex gynecologic condition that requires targeted investigation and multidisciplinary care by an experienced team [1]. Here, we demonstrate the value of the preoperative transvaginal sonography in the assessment of deep endometriosis involving the bowel. We present a resected rectal segment containing the deep bowel nodule previously identified on the dedicated transvaginal ultrasound. A preoperative pelvic ultrasound helps characterize the extent of disease to help plan a multidisciplinary surgical approach for the patient.