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Pain in the lower abdomen, menstrual cycle disorders, unusual discharge, or discomfort may be associated with changes in the pelvic organs. To clarify the cause of complaints, the doctor may recommend transvaginal ultrasound — an informative and painless examination that helps to assess in detail the condition of the uterus, endometrium, ovaries, and adjacent structures.
At the medical center «Oxford Medical», ultrasound is performed on modern expert-class equipment. The examination is performed delicately, in compliance with the standards of safety and patient comfort. To undergo ultrasound at a time convenient for you, make an appointment through the clinic’s contact center.
Vaginal ultrasound helps check the condition of the pelvic organs in women. During the examination, the doctor can assess:
Such an examination can help detect or suspect uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometrial polyps, signs of endometriosis, inflammatory changes, disorders of follicle maturation, and other conditions. If, based on the ultrasound results, the doctor sees thickening of the inner layer of the uterus, additional diagnostics may be needed to exclude or confirm such a condition as endometrial hyperplasia.
The doctors of «Oxford Medical» explain: a diagnosis is not established based only on ultrasound results. The conclusion of the examination is usually assessed by an obstetrician-gynecologist, taking into account the patient’s complaints, examination data, and the results of other analyses and examinations.
Transvaginal gynecological ultrasound may be recommended when it is necessary
to assess the condition of the pelvic organs, clarify the cause of complaints, or monitor
changes after treatment.
Indications for the examination are:
pain, pulling sensations, or discomfort in the lower abdomen;
menstrual cycle disorders;
heavy, painful, or atypical menstruation;
suspicion of a cyst, fibroid, polyps, inflammation, or endometriosis.
Also, transvaginal pelvic ultrasound may be prescribed during pregnancy planning, in case of difficulties with conception, after placement of an intrauterine device, before some gynecological procedures, or if it is necessary to clarify examination data. In each case, the doctor determines the optimal day of the cycle for the examination in order to obtain the most informative result.
The doctors of «Oxford Medical» recommend not postponing a consultation if pain in the lower abdomen is combined with fever, unusual discharge, a sharp deterioration in well-being, or bloody discharge outside menstruation. Such symptoms may have different causes, so it is important to undergo a gynecologist’s examination, the necessary examinations, and determine further tactics in a timely manner.
Transvaginal ultrasound has few limitations, but before the examination the doctor takes into account the patient’s age, whether she has had sexual intercourse, as well as the presence of pain, an inflammatory process, or other individual factors. If transvaginal access is not suitable, the examination may be performed abdominally — through the anterior abdominal wall.
Transvaginal ultrasound is usually not performed:
During pregnancy, transvaginal examination is not an absolute contraindication and may be performed according to indications, especially in the early stages. The final decision regarding the examination format is made by the doctor after assessing the complaints, gestational age, and the general condition of the patient.
Complex preparation for a transvaginal examination is usually not needed. Before the examination, it is advisable to perform usual hygiene and empty the bladder.
Before the examination, it is worth:
Intravaginal ultrasound is most often performed with an empty bladder, so before the procedure it is usually recommended to visit the toilet. Exceptions are possible if an additional examination of the bladder is planned.
The doctors of «Oxford Medical» recommend not choosing the day of the examination independently if the ultrasound is performed not preventively, but because of complaints or to monitor a certain condition. In different phases of the cycle, the endometrium and ovaries look different, so the correct day of the examination helps obtain a more informative result.
A transvaginal examination is performed in a modern ultrasound room with respect for the patient’s privacy and comfort. Before the procedure, the doctor explains the course of the examination, after which the patient is positioned on the couch.
A special vaginal probe is used for the examination. A disposable protective cover is placed on it, gel is applied, and it is carefully inserted into the vagina. The examination usually does not cause pain, but with an inflammatory process, increased sensitivity, or tension, moderate discomfort may be felt.
During transvaginal ultrasound of the internal female genital organs, the doctor assesses the uterus, endometrium, cervix, ovaries, pelvic space, and other structures that are available for visualization. If necessary, the specialist may take measurements, save images, and compare the results with previous examinations.
The procedure usually lasts 10–20 minutes. After the examination is completed, the patient receives a conclusion with a description of the results. Then it is assessed by the obstetrician-gynecologist who prescribed the examination, taking into account the complaints, examination results, tests, and medical history.
You can find out the current price for transvaginal ultrasound here. If you need to undergo an examination, you can make an appointment at a time convenient for you by the phone number indicated on the website, or by requesting a callback.
After ultrasound, a consultation with a gynecologist may be needed, because the final diagnosis is established not only based on the results of the examination. At the private clinic «Oxford Medical», patients can receive a full range of medical services: from ultrasound diagnostics to a doctor’s consultation and selection of further tactics for observation or treatment.
The clinics of «Oxford Medical» operate in different districts of Kyiv: in Obolon, Pechersk, Zhytomyrska, Osokorky, Pozniaky, Dorohozhychi, Berezniaky, as well as in Irpin. If you need a gynecologist in Berezniaky or in another convenient location, you can choose the medical center that is most comfortable for you to get to.
The information is for informational purposes and does not replace a doctor’s consultation.
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Yes, a vaginal examination can be performed during pregnancy as prescribed by a doctor, especially in the early stages, when it is necessary to clarify the location of the gestational sac, the gestational age, or the condition of the cervix. If the patient is in a pregnancy care program, the format and frequency of examinations are determined by an obstetrician-gynecologist, taking into account her condition and indications.
Yes, on vaginal ultrasound, pregnancy can often be seen earlier than during an examination through the anterior abdominal wall. The doctor can assess the presence of a gestational sac in the uterine cavity, clarify the gestational age, the number of embryos, and the heartbeat when it should already be detectable. Accuracy depends on the gestational age, the quality of visualization, and the hCG level.
The optimal day depends on the purpose of the examination. For preventive assessment of the pelvic organs, the examination is often scheduled on days 5–10 of the menstrual cycle. If it is necessary to assess the endometrium, follicles, a cyst, a polyp, or another condition, the doctor may choose another day. In case of pain, bleeding, or acute complaints, the examination is performed regardless of the cycle.
Before a gynecological examination, it is not worth using vaginal suppositories, douching, or medicinal products if they were not prescribed by a doctor. It is also advisable not to plan the examination immediately after other procedures without a specialist’s recommendation. Before a transvaginal examination, it is usually necessary to empty the bladder.
Yes, intravaginal ultrasound during menstruation is possible if there are medical indications: pain, bleeding, suspicion of an acute condition, or the need to urgently clarify the cause of complaints. For a scheduled examination, the study is usually postponed to another day of the cycle, when visualization will be more informative.
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