Color Doppler

Paper Summary:

This research concentrates on the use of color Doppler sonography when diagnosing endometrial malignancies. The writer looks at how color Doppler sonography is the most effective method of identifying malignancies within the reproductive organs including the uterus.
The writer explains that this is because color Doppler sonography allows physicians to distinguish benign masses from malignant masses more easily than do traditional ultrasound, endovaginal ultrasound and transvaginal sonography techniques. T

Outline:
Introduction
Endometrial Malignancy Overview
Causes of EM and Risk Factors
Symptoms and Manifestations of EM

From the Paper:

"As with many malignancies or cancers of the genital tract or reproductive system, manifestation or symptoms of endometrial malignancies often are mistaken for symptoms of other common problems. Women with endometrial malignancies often do not seek treatment immediately because they believe their symptoms to be the result of some other ailment, even common problems like yeast infections (Birnbaum, 1991). Unfortunately such assumptions on behalf of the patient or by doctors can be deadly. This is one reason all symptoms, regardless of their severity, should be reported to a professional as soon as possible for evaluation and treatment recommendations.
"Symptoms of endometrial malignancies may include changes in vaginal discharge, discharge accompanied by strong odors, pain in the abdomen or pelvis and other symptoms, symptoms that often mimic those of other diseases."

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