title: Transvaginal sonography provides a sharper view into the pelvis.
abstract: Transvaginal sonography with a high-frequency probe, a recent development gaining clinical application, obtains better image resolution of deep pelvic organs. Uses of transvaginal sonography include diagnosis and treatment in gynecology, infertility, and early pregnancy. Acceptance by health-care providers and patients is widespread. Advantages include greater clinical capability, increased efficiency, and reduced costs. The nurse's role in patient education and management is a vital component of the care of the patient undergoing transvaginal sonography.
authors.affiliation: Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center Regional Perinatal Network, College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University, New York, New York.
authors.forename: M M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Modica
authors.forename: I E
authors.initials: IE
authors.lastname: Timor-Tritsch
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D005831:Genital Diseases, Female / Q000473:pathology*; D005836:Genitalia, Female / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000473:pathology*; D014463:Ultrasonography / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D014621:Vagina