MRI in Endometriosis: A Hands-On Approach
Endometriosis is a chronic gynecologic condition affecting women of reproductive age, often leading to pelvic pain and infertility. Diagnosing endometriosis typically involves a combination of clinical evaluation, invasive, and non-invasive techniques, with laparoscopy and histological confirmation being the gold standard. While transvaginal ultrasound (TV-US) is the first-line imaging tool due to its accessibility and cost-effectiveness, MRI serves as a crucial second-line technique. MRI provides a comprehensive assessment of all pelvic compartments in one session, making it the optimal imaging method for preoperative staging. This ensures proper surgical planning and effective multidisciplinary management.
This interactive workshop will combine theory with hands-on clinical case discussions. Participants will explore the essentials of MRI protocols for endometriosis, key imaging features of endometriomas and deep infiltrating endometriosis, and a compartmental approach to staging. Through real-world cases, attendees will learn to interpret findings and refine their diagnostic skills.
Speaker

Dr. Farhat Bano
Consultant Radiologist
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, Ashton-under-Lyne, UKCourse Information
At the end of this video, delegates will:
- Learn typical MR imaging findings allowing differentiation of endometriomas from various adnexal lesions and recognise MR imaging features of deep infiltrating endometriosis
- Apply the compartment-based approach to staging of the endometriosis on preoperative MRI
- Enhance diagnostic accuracy through hands-on interpretation of real clinical MRI cases during interactive case discussions.
This educational talk was created in 28th Feb 2025. All information contained in this session was correct at the time of distribution.
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