Unit 6 Cyclic-Pathologic Endo Changes

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Unit 6 Cyclic-Pathologic Endo Changes
OB/GYN Exam Prep

Unit 6 Cyclic-Pathologic Endo Changes

Explore the hormonal regulation of the menstrual cycle and the sonographic appearance of the endometrium throughout its various phases. Identify the trilaminar pattern and echogenic secretory phase to differentiate normal cycles from pathology. ARDMS, ARRT, and CCI registry exam preparation.

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The proliferative phase displays a trilaminar appearance with hypoechoic functional layers. During the secretory phase, progesterone causes the endometrium to become uniformly hyperchoic and thickened.

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