Adenomyosis Flashcards

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What is adenomyosis

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Endometrial tissue inside the myometrium (muscle layer of uterus)

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Adenomyosis presentation

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Middle aged woman. Dysmenorrhoea (painful periods), menorrhagia, dyspareunia (painful sex).
May also present with with infertility.

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Adenomyosis differentials

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Uterine myoma
PID
Endometrial carcinoma
Endometrial polyps
Fibroids
Endometriosis
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Adenomyosis investigations

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Enlarged and tender uterus on examination.
Transvaginal ultrasound of pelvis first line.
If not suitable, MRI or transabdominal ultrasound.
Histological examination of uterus after hysterectomy

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Adenomyosis management

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Similar treatment to menorrhagia: tranexamic acid/mefenamic acid or Mirena coil, COCP
Specialist: GnRH analogue to induce menopause like state, hysterectomy

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Adenomyosis complications

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Infertility, Miscarriage, Need for caesarean section, postpartum haemorrhage

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