The use of pelvic ultrasound has important implications for the day-to-day practice of emergency physicians, primary care physicians, and obstetricians and gynecologists. The OBGYN Clinical Ultrasound Module provides a brief review of female pelvic anatomy, embryology, and first-trimester fetal development. Both transabdominal and endovaginal ultrasound imaging approaches are detailed. Learn how to evaluate and diagnose various conditions sonographically, including different intrauterine and extrauterine pregnancies, ovarian cysts, and intrauterine devices (IUDs). Lastly, sonographic imaging pearls and pitfalls are discussed.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the American College of Emergency Physicians, the Illinois College of Emergency Physicians, and SonoSim, Inc. The American College of Emergency Physicians is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The American College of Emergency Physicians designates this enduring material for a maximum of 4.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for a maximum of 4.5 hours of ACEP Category I credit.