Can endometrial cancer be seen with B-ultrasound?

Endometrial carcinoma (endometrial carcinoma) is a common malignant tumor that affects the female reproductive system. Its early diagnosis is of great significance in increasing the cure rate and improving the prognosis. B-ultrasound does play a certain role in the diagnosis of endometrial cancer, but the diagnosis cannot be made solely by relying on B-ultrasound.

B-ultrasound, that is, ultrasound examination, uses a sound wave instrument to produce uterine images, and can observe the thickness, shape and echo of the endometrium. In the case of endometrial cancer, B-ultrasound may show abnormal thickening of the endometrium, uneven echo, or the presence of abnormal masses. These abnormalities may indicate that doctors may need further testing to determine whether endometrial cancer is present.

However,B-ultrasound examination results cannot be directly used as the basis for the diagnosis of endometrial cancer. Because the thickening and uneven echo of the endometrium may also be caused by other factors, such as endometrial hyperplasia, polyps, or inflammation. Therefore, when abnormalities are found during B-ultrasound examination, further examination is usually required.

These further checks may include:

1. Pelvic examination: Check for abnormalities in the uterus, ovaries and other organs by touching and pressing the abdomen and pelvic area.

2. Hysteroscopy: Use hysteroscopy to directly observe the endometrium and obtain tissue samples for testing.

3. Tissue biopsy: Tissue samples are taken for testing through surgery or dilation and curettage to determine whether there are cancer cells. This is the gold standard for diagnosing endometrial cancer.

In summary,B-ultrasound plays an important auxiliary role in the diagnosis of endometrial cancer, but the diagnosis requires more precise examination methods, such as tissue biopsy. Therefore, if you suspect that you have endometrial cancer, you should seek medical treatment promptly and receive diagnosis and treatment recommendations from a professional doctor.

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Reference materials:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4168340/