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Im 32. can small uterus focal thickness seen on u/s be endometrial cancer? no vascularity. if polyp not seen on u/s, how likely is it to be cancerous?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Has to be biopsied: It is unlikely that an ultrasound focal thickness of the uterus will be endometrial cancer. However, the only confirmed diagnosis is done by biopsy with hysteroscopy.

Answered 11/5/2018

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A member asked:

Im 32. can small uterus focal thickness seen on u/s be endometrial cancer? no vascularity. if polyp not seen on u/s, how likely is it to be cancerous?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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