Uterine fibroids are a common gynecological disease. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has significant advantages of high tissue resolution and multi-dimensional imaging. It has the characteristics of high detection rate and accurate localization for disease examination. MRI is a non-invasive and non ionizing radiation examination method that can help effectively diagnose uterine fibroids in clinical practice.
1、 Magnetic resonance imaging can detect uterine fibroids as small as 3mm. Typical fibroids have signal intensity similar to uterine fibroids on T1WI, and exhibit clear and uniform low signal on T2WI with clear boundaries. When fibroids undergo degeneration, depending on the type of degeneration, there may be equal, high, or mixed signal foci within the tumor on T1WI and T2WI. Enhanced examination shows that fibroids often exhibit uneven enhancement.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed a slight enlargement of the uterine body in the transverse section of T1WI, with a relatively uniform signal; MRI examination showed fat suppression in the coronal position on T2WI, and multiple low signal nodules of varying sizes were observed in the uterine wall. Enhanced examination showed a degree of enhancement similar to that of the uterine muscle layer, indicating multiple uterine fibroids.
2、 Uterine fibroids
Uterine fibroids are a benign tumor. Uterine fibroids may grow in submucosal, subserosal, muscular, cervical, and other areas, and may be one or several or dozens at the same time. And multiple fibroids are common.
Some patients with uterine fibroids may experience a significant increase in menstrual flow, with cycles lasting more than a week; The patient has a feeling of heaviness in the lower abdomen, with symptoms such as frequent urination, difficulty urinating, and constipation; Patients often feel lower back pain and discomfort, and if fibroids undergo degeneration, acute abdominal pain may occur; Partial uterine fibroids may lead to infertility in patients, increasing the likelihood of natural miscarriage, premature birth, and other complications.
3、 Preventing uterine fibroids
① Regular daily routine is necessary to avoid the disruption of the biological clock caused by staying up late. Long term staying up late can lower the body's immune system, disrupt hormone secretion, and lead to endocrine disorders, which may result in the formation of uterine fibroids.
② Effective contraceptive measures should be taken during sexual activity, and emergency contraceptive drugs should be avoided as much as possible to avoid induced abortion. Studies have shown that induced abortion can promote the occurrence of uterine fibroids.
③ Do a good job of local cleaning: It is recommended that women clean their private parts with warm water every day. Women should change sanitary pads in a timely manner during their menstrual period. In daily life, items such as pots and towels can only be used by themselves; Due to the poor resistance and immunity of women during menstruation, it is important to avoid catching a cold, avoid touching cold water, and rest well. Finally, be careful not to take a bath during menstruation. Avoid infection caused by various factors.
④ Eat less spicy, stimulating, and fried foods, and eat less cool foods. Pay attention to comprehensive nutrition in diet, eat more high protein and high vitamin foods, and supplement trace elements; Kelp, apples, kiwis, broccoli, cucumbers, and other foods are all great food choices. Women should also engage in more outdoor activities, such as badminton, mountain climbing, walking, jogging, cycling, playing tennis, etc., which can promote blood circulation, enhance physical fitness, and improve disease resistance. But it is important to pay attention to the intensity of exercise that is suitable for one's own physique!
⑤ Women should quit smoking, stay away from secondhand smoke, and drink less alcohol and coffee.
⑥ Maintaining a cheerful and optimistic attitude is beneficial for physical health.
⑦ Actively exercise, enhance physical fitness, and improve the body's immune function. Having sufficient outdoor activities every week to expose ourselves to sunlight can help our body convert and store enough vitamin D.
⑧ Pay attention to gynecological examinations and check ups: Routine gynecological examinations and check ups can help us more accurately understand our physical health status, timely detect uterine fibroids, and reduce the risk of deterioration. It is recommended that every woman should undergo regular gynecological examinations and check ups.
Magnetic resonance imaging can detect small fibroids, determine their number and location, and determine whether the fibroids have degeneration and the type of degeneration, which is helpful for clinical selection of appropriate treatment plans. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has characteristic imaging features for uterine fibroids, and has high resolution for fibroid degeneration and even malignancy, which is worthy of promotion and application. Have you gained a new understanding of magnetic resonance imaging for uterine fibroids?