Human reproduction
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At fluid hysteroscopy the presence of endometrial micropolyps (less than 1 mm of size) is a frequent finding. Although their origin is still unknown, in our experience they are associated with stromal edema, endometrial thickening and periglandular hyperhaemia that suggest the existence of chronic endometritis. This study will aim to describe these lesions and evaluate their inflammatory significance by comparing hysteroscopic and histological findings. ⋯ The presence of endometrial micropolyps at fluid hysteroscopy is significantly associated with endometrial inflammation and can be considered a reliable diagnostic sign for this pathology.
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To evaluate the accuracy of transvaginal ultrasonography (TVS) for the detection of ectopic pregnancies (EPs) in women undergoing surgery for presumed ectopic pregnancy. ⋯ 90.9% of ectopic pregnancies in this study population can be accurately diagnosed using TVS prior to surgery. The diagnosis of an ectopic pregnancy should be based on the positive visualization of an adnexal mass using TVS. This should in turn result in a decrease in the number of false positive laparoscopies.