Diagnostic Ultrasonography in Gynecology
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Pelvic Transabdominal/Transvaginal
A pelvic sonogram may help to determine if there are fibroids, ovarian cysts, or endometrial disorders in the pelvis.
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Ultrasound has proven to be an important diagnostic tool in evaluating a gynecologic patient. With improved technology, ultrasound plays an integral role in evaluating the female pelvis. The size, location, contour, vascularity, and physiologic state of pelvic organs are easily obtained using ultrasound technology, which complements the clinical evaluation. A healthcare provider may request a pelvic ultrasound for pelvic pain, irregular bleeding, lack of periods, infertility or to evaluate a mass felt on the physical exam.
It is optimal to perform both trans-abdominal (ultrasound performed by placing the transducer on the skin of the lower abdomen) and trans-vaginal (ultrasound performed by placing a cylinder-shaped transducer into the vagina), unless either procedure is contraindicated. The trans-abdominal technique is limited with patients who are unable to fill their urinary bladders, obese patients, patients with a retroverted uterus, and patients with pelvic masses lying behind the uterus. The trans-abdominal approach requires the urinary bladder to be adequately filled. |
Ovulation / Follicular Sonogram
Ovulation Sonograms are performed to aid in determining ovulation for patients wanting to conceive. During this study, follicles are counted and measured to provide patients with the ideal moment for conception. Exams are considered safe, painless, and are typically performed within 20 minutes. Exams may include a Transabdominal and Endovaginal Sonogram to provide the most information for your healthcare provider.
Ovulation Sonograms are performed to aid in determining ovulation for patients wanting to conceive. During this study, follicles are counted and measured to provide patients with the ideal moment for conception. Exams are considered safe, painless, and are typically performed within 20 minutes. Exams may include a Transabdominal and Endovaginal Sonogram to provide the most information for your healthcare provider.
