Ultrasound studies of the pelvis The hormonal changes occurring during menopause can cause changes in the reproductive organs, including bleeding or pain. Ultrasound is used to visualize the reproductive organs. This examination is painless and easy to perform. Additional evaluation of the uterus can also be performed with a type of transvaginal ultrasound called saline infusion sonography .
Thin tube is used to place water into the uterus, which makes the structure more visible.
This can be used to identify polyps or fibroids with the uterine cavity.