Abstract:

This article describes the basic technology and technique behind modified virtual colonoscopy (MVC). It is accompanied by images illustrating the possibility of MVC to advance the imaging for endometriosis beyond the current modalities of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasound. A quantification system is described that will ultimately make staging and multicenter prospective scientific studies possible for rectogenital and disseminated endometriosis.

Authors:

Johan van der Wat, MBBCh, FCOG, Director, Endometriosis and Endoscopic Surgery Unit, Netcare Parklane Hospital, Honorary Consultant, Endoscopic Surgery, Department of Obstetrics/Gynecology, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa, Mitch D. Kaplan, MBBCh FFRAD(D), Director, Scan for Life, Radiology Department, The Rosebank Hospital, Johannesburg, South Africa

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