Vaginal ultrasound

Vaginal ultrasound, which is also known as transvaginal ultrasound, is a simple and painless ultrasound in the pelvic area, which is one of the most common ultrasounds that is very accurate and is performed by a doctor by inserting a probe into the vagina. To get to know more about vaginal ultrasound and the applications of vaginal ultrasound, stay with Ankara Ultrasound.

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Vaginal sonography with Ankhayag ultrasound center

These ultrasounds are used to examine internal organs such as the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, etc. This type of ultrasound plays a significant role in finding the causes of diseases related to women and also their treatment.

In what cases is vaginal ultrasound necessary?

• Examination of ovarian cysts • Pain in the pelvis • Vaginal bleeding for no apparent reason • Not getting pregnant • Ectopic pregnancy (formation of the fetus in the fallopian tubes) • Abnormal findings from the pelvis or abdomen • Confirming the correct placement of the IUD

What is the purpose of vaginal ultrasound during pregnancy?

• Checking and listening to the sound of the fetal heartbeat • Examination of the fetus at risk • Investigating and diagnosing the risk of repeated abortions • Investigation of the cause of bleeding • Examination and observation of the changing uterus • Examination of the placenta to detect possible abnormalities • Pregnancy confirmation in the early stages

How is vaginal ultrasound performed?

In this ultrasound, the doctor puts a latex cover on the probe, dips it in ultrasound gel and inserts it into the vagina. This probe produces ultrasonic waves that the computer captures and creates images by processing the resulting echoes. By moving the probe, the imaging specialist observes and examines the obtained images as well as the various organs located in the pelvic region.