Conditions our MRI scans have found

Adenomyosis is a non-cancerous condition where endometrial tissue is inside the uterus muscle. This condition is estimated to be found in 20-35% of women. It is not clear what causes adenomyosis. The condition usually does not cause symptoms, but sometimes can cause irregular or heavy menstrual bleeding and/or pelvic pain.

Like other parts of your body, the uterus can come in many different shapes or sizes. The most common position of the uterus is anteverted (cervix points towards the front of the body) and anteflexed (uterus points towards front of the body). This is an anatomical description that is usually asymptomatic (does not cause symptoms), with no follow-up needed.

Like other parts of your body, the uterus can come in many different shapes or sizes. An anteverted (cervix points towards the front of the body) and retroflexed (the uterus tilts towards back of the body) position is an anatomical description. While the exact cause is unknown, it is seen exclusively in women who have had a cesarean delivery. This unusual position is thought to occur as a result of adhesions (scar tissue) fixing to the lower aspect of the uterine body and to the abdominal wall or bladder.

MRI images reflect known medical history of surgical removal of your uterine fibroids.

An arcuate uterus describes a mild indentation of the top of the uterus (fundus). This is a congenital (present from birth) variation that does not cause symptoms, and is not typically associated with infertility or adverse pregnancy outcomes. This variant is considered normal and no follow-up is needed.

A cyst is a sac-like pocket of membranous tissue that contains fluid, air, or other substances. Cysts can grow almost anywhere in the body. There are many different types of cysts. Most cysts are benign (non-cancerous). Whether a cyst needs treatment depends on a number of factors, including the type of cyst, the location, if the cyst is causing pain or discomfort, and whether the cyst is infected.