The use of intraoperative ultrasound in the management of a perforated uterus with retained products of conception.
The benefits of non-invasive, correctly-directed instrumentation coupled with an ability to predict complete evacuation of the uterus can make intraoperative ultrasound an important addition in the continued and improved care of women with a perforated uterus and retained products of conception. Two such cases are reported.
Kohlenberg
C F
CF
Ultrasound Department, Royal Women's Hospital, Carlton, Victoria.
Casper
G R
GR
D000028:Abortion, Induced / Q000009:adverse effects*; D000328:Adult; D004107:Dilatation and Curettage / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007431:Intraoperative Complications; D007432:Intraoperative Period; D011247:Pregnancy; D014463:Ultrasonography; D014595:Uterine Perforation / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*