Ovarian follicle monitoring protocol

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1. Resource Description

   The ovaries will be evaluated in both the AP and transverse planes. The overall ovarian size will be obtained in the two planes. Images will be recorded as required by the protocol. Both ovaries will be assessed. Antral follicle count: If required by the protocol, the entire ovary will be assessed in one plane and the number of follicles >/= 4 mm (or the size determined by protocol) will be recorded. The maximal diameter and mean (average of 2 dimensions in one plane) will be recorded. Images will be recorded as required by the protocol. The ovary will then be assessed in the opposite plane. The total number of follicles will be counted in the plane that best represents the ovary. Dominant follicle: If required by the protocol, the entire ovary will be assessed in one plane and the maximum diameter and mean (average of 2 dimensions in one plane) diameter of the largest follicle will be recorded. Images will be recorded as required by the protocol. Follicle rupture. Depending on the protocol, follicle growth and rupture may be a study endpoint. Follicle rupture will be defined as a size of the dominant follicle associated with a change in architecture and internal echoes.

2. Contact

   Bespflug, Tracy

3. Uses

   Clinical monitoring

4. Used by

   Women's Health Research Unit

5. Author

   Jensen, Jeffrey T., M.D., M.P.H.