Imaging Methods in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Dear Colleagues,

Obstetrics and gynecology form the cornerstone of women's health, where timely and accurate diagnosis decisively influences maternal, fetal, and reproductive outcomes. Imaging modalities have evolved rapidly—from high-resolution ultrasound with 3D/4D reconstruction to MRI, CT, elastography, and AI-enhanced analysis—profoundly reshaping routine clinical practice. Modern ultrasound now assesses not only anatomical structures but also function, integrating Doppler techniques for vascular and hemodynamic evaluation and elastography for quantitative assessment of tissue stiffness and biomechanics. These advances enable earlier and safer detection of ectopic pregnancies, placental disorders, fetal compromise, adnexal masses, and endometrial pathology, while facilitating minimally invasive and fertility-preserving interventions.

We are pleased to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue of Diagnostics, led by Professor Dr. Dan Navolan (materno-fetal medicine) as contact/Leading Guest Editor, together with Professor Dr. Dana Stoian (breast ultrasound), Professor Dr. Laurențiu Pirtea (operative gynecology ultrasound), Dr. Dan Dumitrașcu-Biriș, and Dr. Adrian Rațiu (materno-fetal medicine specialists). This Special Issue aims to showcase state-of-the-art imaging applications in obstetrics and gynecology, emphasizing innovative imaging protocols, functional ultrasound techniques, AI-driven tools, and multimodal approaches that inform therapeutic decision-making across the reproductive lifespan, in line with the scope of Diagnostics in advancing diagnostic methodologies and imaging innovations. Original research articles, reviews, and illustrative case reports are welcome.

We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions.

Prof. Dr. Dan-Bogdan Navolan
Prof. Dr. Dana Stoian
Prof. Dr. Laurenţiu Cornel Pirtea
Dr. Adrian Ratiu
Guest Editors

Dr. Dan Dumitrascu-Biris
Guest Editor Assistant

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