Ultrasound examination of the pelvic organs

Pelvic ultrasound is a modern and high-tech examination using ultrasound waves. As a result of such a study, the doctor receives data on the condition of the patient's ovaries, uterus, cervix, and fallopian tubes.

Ultrasound diagnostics can be prescribed at any frequency, as it performs both diagnostic and monitoring functions and is absolutely safe.

Modern equipment allows you to perform various types of ultrasound to solve all the tasks set by the doctor. In addition to the traditional transabdominal method - with the help of an external sensor - we also conduct transvaginal (with the introduction of a sensor into the vagina) type of research.

• No radiation. Ultrasound is a non-radiation diagnostic method. It can be carried out by almost everyone - even newborns, pregnant and lactating women. We know how important accessibility and caring attitude to health are for our patients. Therefore, we actively use the ultrasound method when conducting a complex of medical and diagnostic measures.
• Without pain. If a person does not have a pronounced pain syndrome, then the process of ultrasound diagnostics can be characterized as a delicate stroking: the doctor guides the sensor gently, almost without pressure. Research without stress and inconvenience - agree, it is hardly worth fearing or postponing such a procedure "for later".
• You will find the research you need. We carry out almost all types of ultrasound diagnostics. Rare or most common - we help research various health problems.
• Affordable price. For all its advantages, ultrasound is also one of the most affordable researches. The money you spend on ultrasound diagnostics at our center will be a wise investment in your health and will help you make an informed decision about further treatment.
• Equipment of the latest generation. Our equipment allows you to obtain high-resolution images: small details and tissue changes are displayed on the screen during the examination.

Purpose of pelvic ultrasound
Ultrasound examination of the organs of the female pelvis is used for the prevention and diagnosis of many diseases of the female reproductive system, as it allows:

• unmistakably detect inflammation and tumors, including ovarian cysts, fibroids, etc.;
• find out the causes of vaginal bleeding and pelvic pain;
• to diagnose pathologies of the uterus and ovaries, including infertility;
• find out the exact dates of pregnancy;
• effectively detect multiple pregnancies at an early stage;
• monitor the state of the cervix and the development of existing pathologies;
• to control various medical manipulations.
  In some cases (for example, in the process of infertility treatment), the examination is repeated many times, which gives the doctor a complete picture of the effectiveness of efforts.

It is possible to undergo an ultrasound examination of the small pelvis not only as prescribed by a doctor, but also at your own request. Being a completely safe procedure, pelvic ultrasound has no contraindications and limitations.

Preparation for pelvic ultrasound

A transabdominal ultrasound requires a full bladder. Therefore, the bladder should not be emptied 3-4 hours before the examination, or the patient should drink at least 1 liter of still water one hour before the procedure. Also, 3 days before the ultrasound, it is recommended not to eat food that causes increased gas production: legumes, cabbage, fermented milk products, etc.

For transrectal ultrasound, the large intestine should be cleaned with an enema 2-3 hours before the procedure. You can take a laxative a day before the examination. Transvaginal ultrasound does not require special preparation, except for emptying the bladder before the procedure.

Indications for pelvic ultrasound

In case of suspicion of pregnancy, the procedure will give an accurate answer about the presence or absence of a fertilized egg. The following symptoms should also be a reason for examining the pelvis in women:

1. severe menstrual pain
2. violation of the menstrual cycle (premature bleeding, delays, any pathological discharge)
3. pain in the lower abdomen
4. the appearance of blood in the urine.

Compulsory examination of the pelvic organs in women is prescribed:

• if a urological or gynecological disease is suspected;
• in the presence of pathologies of the internal organs of the reproductive system (ovaries, uterus) - endometriosis, fibroids, etc.;
• in the presence of symptoms of oncology and when neoplasms are detected in the pelvis;
• if infertility is suspected;
• in the presence of chronic inflammatory processes or diseases in the pelvis;
• with complications after childbirth or abortion;
• to evaluate treatment results.

The results of ultrasound of the small pelvis are interpreted by ultrasound diagnostics doctors who have tremendous clinical experience. This completely eliminates the possibility of any errors during diagnosis.

10-15 minutes after the procedure, the specialist will tell the patient the result of the examination in detail, specify the need for additional diagnostics, doctor's consultations.