Case Database
A living educational library of expertly curated gynecological ultrasound cases, richly documented with real-world examples from simple cysts to rare ovarian and uterine tumors and complex clinical cases with full workup: anamnesis, ultrasound images (greyscale, clips, Doppler...), surgical findings, interactive quizzes, histopathology, surgery results and outcomes.
Key features
Expert Curation
Every case reviewed by the independent IOTA Editorial Board for accuracy and teaching value.
Rich Educational Detail
Full clinical history, greyscale and Doppler images, outcomes, and pathology summaries. Quizzes reinforce diagnostic reasoning and skill retention.
A living resource
A living resource updated with new and diverse cases from across IOTA centers, members, case streams, courses, and case contests.
Attributed & compliant
Clinicians and institutions credited for their contributed cases, and materials are de-identified and shared exclusively for educational use.
Smart & easy to use
Navigate visually by case thumbnails, browse by pathology, difficulty, study time, or search using standardized terms.
Best-in-class educational resource
All content is reviewed and approved by the IOTA Editorial Board, an independent panel of experienced sonographers, gynecologists, and radiologists ensuring educational value, accuracy, and compliance.
Editorial board
All content is reviewed and approved by the IOTA Editorial Board, an independent panel of experienced sonographers, gynecologists, and radiologists ensuring educational value, accuracy, and compliance.
Case Sources
The database grows continuously with contributions from:
- The IOTA Editorial Board, curating teaching cases for training programmes
- Institutional members and hospitals submitting de-identified cases
- Case contest winners recognized for exemplary submissions
- Webinar cases featured in the Case Stream series
- Partner research centers within the IOTA consortium
Educational Depth
Cases are tagged by pathology, difficulty, and duration, and can be filtered or searched by MeSH term, study, or keyword. Each case links to the relevant lectures or certification modules, supporting both initial learning and continuous education. Expert commentary highlights diagnostic reasoning, pitfalls, and key sonographic features.