Episode # 69 • 05 Nov 2024
Imaging Protocols to Guide Endometriosis Treatment
Endometriosis is a very difficult disease to diagnose and manage, but effective imaging can make all of the difference. In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN podcast, Mayo Clinic radiologist Dr. Wendaline VanBuren and gynecologist Dr. Tatnai Burnett discuss the complexities of diagnosing, imaging, and surgically treating endometriosis.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
05:15 - Dr. VanBuren’s Journey to Endometriosis Imaging
08:24 - Dr. Burnett’s Surgical Training and Insights
11:57 - Challenges in Diagnosing and Understanding the Pathophysiology of Endometriosis
13:24 - The Role of Imaging in Surgical Planning
25:51 - Imaging Follow-Up, Monitoring for Malignant Transformation
32:03 - Protocol for MRI Imaging of Endometriosis
34:47 - The Role of Radiologists in Endometriosis
36:12 - The Complexity of Bowel Endometriosis
48:02 - The Future of Endometriosis Imaging
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More about this episode
The doctors delve into the importance of advanced imaging techniques such as MRI and dedicated protocols, the critical need for a multidisciplinary approach with radiologists and GYN surgeons, and the future potential of imaging in improving endometriosis diagnosis, treatment, and surgical planning. The discussion also covers the upcoming International Endometriosis Imaging Congress aimed at advancing standardized care and collaboration in the field.
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