Sooner or later, in order to make a correct diagnosis, every person has to deal with such a diagnostic method as ultrasound. The study of the parameters of the abdominal cavity and blood vessels using ultrasound allows you to identify diseases in the first stage in adult patients and in children. Therefore, this kind of painless and rapid diagnosis is used in all hospitals.
What is included in the procedure of ultrasound diagnosis
Traditionally, the examination is prescribed in the morning, on an empty stomach. The procedure is usually carried out by a doctor of the highest category and a certain qualification; an ordinary therapist or a highly specialized doctor does not conduct this kind of research.
Diagnosis is made by a narrow profile doppler, called an echo-tomoscope. Such equipment is standard for both free hospitals and private clinics. The clinical picture when using the ultrasound machine can be obtained in 15-25 minutes.
The procedure for conducting the study is very simple, and no effort is required from the patient. Sometimes the doctor may ask you to change your posture, roll over on your side or stomach, and also ask you to hold your breath. The doctor may even ask some patients to get up or sit down, this is typical for people with high spleen placement.
But most of the time you just need to lie still, while the doctor will drive a special sensor through the stomach. For better visualization, a special gel is applied to the patient's body, which increases the echogenicity of the abdominal organs.
During the procedure, no discomfort is felt, ultrasound is a completely painless method.
There are no restrictions on the number of ultrasound diagnostics procedures. This method can be applied an unlimited number of times as needed to obtain a complete clinical picture. Therefore, ultrasound can be done both for pregnant women and small children.
The intestine and stomach are hollow organs, therefore it is not easy to examine them with the help of ultrasound diagnostics. Only part of the walls of the stomach and colon can be examined, a more accurate study is performed using a colonoscopy.
During ultrasound, the liver size, its shape, ultrasound transmission capacity, the condition of the bile ducts and blood vessels, the presence of foreign inclusions, the splenic vein, and the status of bile are recorded.
After the procedure, issue a study protocol and conclusion. With these results, you must go to a gastroenterologist for the appointment of treatment.
What can be seen on ultrasound
An ultrasound scan of the abdominal space is usually directed by a gastroenterologist if the patient has complaints about pain in the abdomen or stabbing sensations in the side. Symptoms for the purpose of this study will be bitter taste in the mouth, a burning sensation in the chest and a feeling of heaviness after eating.
Ultrasound examination will help identify various neoplasms, cysts, cirrhosis and hepatitis, polyps, the development of cancer, vascular changes, as well as the course of other inflammatory processes.
During the procedure, the doctor will be able to see the abdominal cavity, part of the retroperitoneal space, partly the organs of the small pelvis. Thanks to ultrasound, you can examine organs such as the liver (it is possible to examine the necrotic areas, if any), the spleen (where various focal inflammations, tumors and heart attacks can be found), the gallbladder (where the bends and waistlets are usually seen, cholelithiasis, she has a place to be, chronic cholecystitis).
And in the definition of cancer and polyps better than ultrasound, methods have not yet been invented. Due to timely diagnosis in the pancreas, acute and chronic pancreatitis, cysts and tumors, fatty infiltration and disorders characteristic of diabetes mellitus can be detected. The retroperitoneal vascular system is also undergoing ultrasound diagnosis. Retroperitoneal space is considered to characterize lymph nodes.
Features of the ultrasound child
Today, ultrasound is the safest and most comfortable way to diagnose for young children. From the very first days of life, the baby is confronted with an ultrasound machine, because it is necessary to determine whether everything is in order for the newborn.
Diagnostics with the help of ultrasound has been used in pediatrics for over 20 years, it is much safer than x-rays. Newborn babies ultrasound is performed by a special children's device, it is smaller in size.
Ultrasound does not carry any radiation load on the child's body, in fact it is just a high-frequency sound. This type of study does not cause children painful sensations, because the procedure is carried out in a relaxed and relaxed atmosphere, without stress for the child.
How to prepare for the procedure
It is necessary to come to the study of the abdominal cavity on an empty stomach, before taking Espumizan according to the instructions. This drug will reduce increased flatulence, thereby improving the visualization of organs.
Before the study is not recommended to chew the chewing gum, as this will increase the secretion of gastric juice, which will lead to an increased contraction of the gallbladder.
Smoking on the day of the procedure is also worth refraining. Take the prescribed medication is advised after the study, or you need to discuss this issue with the doctor.
Ultrasound diagnostics cannot be performed after endoscopic examinations, since air pushed into the stomach and intestines during the procedure disrupts the integrity of the picture and interferes with the procedure.
It is recommended to empty the intestines before ultrasound for better visualization. Difficulties may arise if the patient is restless, but this is more often the case for children. As well as difficulties may occur with obesity.
What can you eat
Three days before the diagnosis, it is recommended to exclude from the diet all gas-generating products, such as: cabbage, beans, beans, corn, bananas, milk, fresh vegetables, kefir. All sweets and buns, juices, smoked meats and spices, carbonated and alcoholic beverages are also considered as prohibited foods. Meals should be fractional, every three hours.
When ultrasound of the gallbladder, it is recommended to eat a spoonful of sour cream or dark chocolate during the procedure, this will help the gallbladder to shrink. Thus, the study will be conducted twice, before and after meals.
10 hours before the procedure should not eat and drink. The exception is an ultrasound of the bladder, it is recommended to drink plenty of it.
It may be worth doing an enema or taking a laxative to clear the intestines. If possible, it is recommended to start using any enterosorbent (Polysorb, White Coal, Enterosgel).
In children under one year, starvation before abdominal ultrasound should be at least 3 hours, in children under 3 years old - at least 4 hours.
The cost of abdominal ultrasound in Moscow
In Moscow, there are many clinics that are being examined with the help of an ultrasound device. Of course, such a diagnosis can be obtained free of charge in the hospital, but most often for this procedure is a long line.
Therefore, you can always go privately to a paid clinic, where ultrasounds will be done quickly, efficiently and at the best price.
The clinics that perform high-level ultrasound include the well-known "INVITRO". According to the results of ultrasound diagnosis, the doctor will write a conclusion and issue a protocol of the study. In this clinic, you can get an examination of each organ of the abdominal cavity separately, as well as comprehensively. The cost of a full examination is 2,200 rubles. For more information on the cost of services you can refer to the website of the clinic "INVITRO".
Family Health Center "Ginmed" provides services for the diagnosis of the abdominal cavity. It can be accessed by both adults and children. The cost of diagnosis in this clinic ranges from 1,500 to 2,000 rubles. Ginmed provides a Doppler research service, which increases the quality of diagnostics. Price depends on it.
International Medical Center "ON Clinic" provides ultrasound diagnostics with the latest devices. In this clinic, ultrasound can be done as all organs separately, as well as comprehensively. A full examination will cost 2700 rubles. The price includes a study using an ultrasound machine, a study protocol and a doctor's opinion.
Naturally, the popularity of the clinic will affect the price, so you should choose not only by name and price, but also by reviews of the doctor’s activities.
According to statistics, every second resident of the metropolis has problems with the gastrointestinal tract. This is due to the heavy workload, rapid lifestyle, when there is no time for regular and proper nutrition. Bad ecology is also a bad influence on the work of the stomach.
