What is a Pelvic ultrasound performed?

A pelvic ultrasound or pelvic echography is conducted to get a clear picture of the bladder, the uterus, cervix, and fallopian tube in women and the prostate in men. A pelvic ultrasound helps understand underlying issues such as:

A pelvic ultrasound is also beneficial in bladder-related infections or issues, during biopsies, as it helps with real-time images of the organs, and/or for checking the position of IUDs(Intrauterine devices)

What are some types of Pelvic Ultrasounds?

Though a Pelvis Ultrasound is used to capture images of the pelvic region, it can still be divided into four broad categories based on its procedure or functionality.

Things to keep in mind before getting a Pelvic ultrasound

When going ahead with a pelvic ultrasound, keep in mind to wear something comfortable and avoid wearing any jewellery. It is recommended to have a full bladder as it helps the sound waves travel easily, which eventually gives a clear image in the sonogram that the doctor can then explain to you. During a pelvic ultrasound, a sonographer applies gel to the pelvic region and then uses a special tool called a transducer. This small, wand-like instrument gives off sound waves. The transducer is connected to a screen that shows real-time images of the organs when your healthcare provider moves the transducer. When the transducer is glided over the gel, the sound waves bounce off certain types of tissues. They then return to the wand as echoes, and then the echoes are translated into images on the computer. These sonograms/ images are sent over to a radiologist, who examines them carefully and makes a diagnosis. This is then shared with your healthcare provider, who would then proceed with further actions based on your reports.