Ultrasound of pancreas

The pancreas is the most important organ of the digestive system, producing enzymes, necessary for a normal digestion, and hormones, regulating the metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. The ultrasound allows checking the condition of the pancreas precisely, quickly and safely.

The ultrasound examination of the pancreas is performed on the empty stomach, because if the stomach and intestine are full, the diagnostician will not be able to see the pancreas.

Therefore, within minimum 6 hours (if possible - longer) before the procedure, you need to keep from eating food, and with 2 hours – from drinking water. It is also recommended not eating the products, which cause flatulence in the intestine: fizzy drinks, raw fruit and vegetables, milk etc., within several days before the procedure.

The examination is painless and takes less than 15-20 minutes of time, during which the patient lies on his back, and the diagnostician examines the condition of his internal organs, using the ultrasound sensor. After the examination, the patient receives the examination protocol, which describes in detail the condition of abdominal cavity organs and pancreas.

You can make appointment for the ultrasound examination of the pancreas by calling us or filling in the form on the website. 

The examination is ordered in case of suspicion of the pancreatic diseases, which may be caused by very difference factors: from malnutrition to injuries or pathologies of other organs.

The ultrasound of the pancreas is usually conducted simultaneously with the examination of other abdominal cavity organs (liver, gallbladder and bile ducts, spleen) in order the doctor could fully assess their condition.

When obtaining the ultrasound report, it is still better to consult a gastroenterologist, who, taking into account the complaints and examination data, will say if there is a reason for worrying, if necessary, will order additional examinations and prescribe treatment.