Carly Susan Gardner MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Barbara Spector Hertzberg MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Ramin Javan MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Tracy Anne Jaffe MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Lisa Mei-ling Ho MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Incarcerated uterus is a rare but serious complication of pregnancy in which the retropositioned gravid uterus becomes trapped in the posterior pelvis. Characteristic MR and ultrasound imaging features enable definitive diagnosis of incarcerated uterus and reduce risks of complications that may lead to maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality.

Predisposing factors: we will show examples of pelvic masses such as posterior or fundal fibroids that predispose to this disease. Characteristic imaging appearance: we will show ultrasound and MR examples of incarcerated uterus. Pitfalls in imaging diagnosis: we will show examples of ectopic pregnancy, abdominal pregnancy, and placenta previa that appear similar to incarcerated uterus. Complications of uterine incarceration: examples of acute urinary retention and uterine sacculation/rupture. Treatment of uterine incarceration: discussion of treatment options. Summary: Early recognition of this condition facilitates prompt treatment and reduces risks of complications that can lead to maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality.

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Gardner, C, Hertzberg, B, Javan, R, Jaffe, T, Ho, L, Incarcerated Uterus: A review of MRI and Ultrasound Imaging Appearances.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14007437.html