Relationship between endometrial VFI values detected by three-dimensional power Doppler ultrasound and pregnancy outcomes in FET patients and prediction of the optimal VFI range—a retrospective cohort study - Report - MDSpire

Relationship between endometrial VFI values detected by three-dimensional power Doppler ultrasound and pregnancy outcomes in FET patients and prediction of the optimal VFI range—a retrospective cohort study

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  • Run Zhao

  • Linlin Che

  • Xiaofang Li

  • Qianyan Song

  • Lihong Zhou

  • Siyu Long

  • Yu Zhang

  • June 5, 2026

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Clinical Report: Association of Endometrial Vascular Flow Index with Pregnancy Outcomes

Overview

Revise to specify the significance of the correlation and clarify the optimal VFI threshold.

Background

The assessment of endometrial receptivity is crucial for successful embryo implantation in assisted reproductive technology (ART). Endometrial blood flow, as measured by VFI using three-dimensional energy Doppler ultrasound, may provide insights into the likelihood of successful pregnancy outcomes. Understanding the optimal VFI range could enhance clinical decision-making in FET procedures.

Data Highlights

GroupVFI RangeAbortion Rate
Group 1VFI ≤ 0.041High
Group 20.041 < VFI ≤ 0.165Moderate
Group 30.165 < VFI ≤ 0.461Low
Group 4VFI > 0.461Lowest

Key Findings

  • Groups with higher VFI values (Group 3 and Group 4) had significantly lower abortion rates compared to Group 1 (p < 0.05).
  • Adjusted odds ratios for Groups 3 and 4 were 0.210 and 0.227, indicating a reduced risk of abortion.
  • A significant linear negative correlation was found between VFI values and abortion rates (p < 0.05).
  • The threshold VFI value identified was 0.1698045, above which abortion rates decreased.
  • Three-dimensional energy Doppler ultrasound is effective in measuring endometrial blood flow for assessing receptivity.

Clinical Implications

Align the VFI reference point with the study's identified threshold of 0.1698045.

Conclusion

The study underscores the importance of endometrial VFI as a predictive indicator for miscarriage risk in FET patients. Establishing an optimal VFI range can enhance clinical practices and improve pregnancy outcomes.

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  8. Frontiers | Analysis of ultrasound parameters influencing endometrial receptivity and a pregnancy outcomes predictive model for patients undergoing in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer: a prospective study
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