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Pelvic Ultrasound

Pelvic ultrasound is a safe, radiation-free method used in evaluating the female and male pelvis.

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What is Pelvic Ultrasound?

Pelvic ultrasound is a non-radiation examination that examines the organs of the pelvis using sound waves. It can be performed transabdominally or transvaginally/transrectally.

In female patients, it is first-line for evaluating the uterus, ovaries, endometrium, pregnancy, fibroids, and ovarian cysts. In men, it is used for assessing bladder capacity, prostate size, and residual urine measurement.

A full bladder may be required before the procedure; transvaginal ultrasound is preferred with an empty bladder.

Symptoms

Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Menstrual irregularity
Lower abdominal pain
Infertility evaluation
Pregnancy follow-up
Bladder and prostate problems
Ovarian cyst/fibroid follow-up

Risk Factors

History of gynecological surgery
Infertility
Polycystic ovary syndrome
Endometriosis
Prostatic hypertrophy
Recurrent urinary tract infections

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • Rapid evaluation of abnormal bleeding is important
  • Ultrasound is planned at necessary times during pregnancy
  • Ovarian torsion should be ruled out in sudden lower abdominal pain
  • Prostate evaluation is necessary in men with voiding difficulty

Treatment Methods

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Full bladder before transabdominal scan
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Informed consent for transvaginal ultrasound
03
Systematic organ evaluation
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Doppler evaluation of blood flow
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Reporting integrated with clinical information
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MRI or hysteroscopy if further investigation is needed

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