ULTRA SOUND
What is an ultrasound scan ?
Ultrasound is a non-evasive scan which uses high frequency soundwaves of the inside of your body. During your private Ultrasound scan, a probe is passed over the skin and this emits sound waves. These sound waves bounce off your organs and send a signal via the microphone to the computer which then displays the sound as an image.
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Ultrasound is highly effective so can be used for a range of medical concerns:
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The urinary tract, kidneys, ureters, or bladder
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Upper / lower abdomen and pelvis
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Gynaecological (female pelvis)
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Thyroid
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Prostate and testicular
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Musculoskeletal (MSK)
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Soft tissue
Advantages of Ultrasounds:
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Ultrasound captures highly detailed images of the soft tissues that do not usually appear well on X-rays. They also enable real-time imaging.
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As Ultrasound scans use high frequency sound waves, they are an extremely safe and convenient procedure. The patient is fully awake during the procedure and no discomfort is experienced.