How to read transducer ultrasound results

The article was written by Dr. Trinh Van Dong - Radiologist - Department of Radiology - Vinmec Ha Long International General Hospital.

Transducer ultrasound method helps doctors see more clearly the internal genital organs, and at the same time detect diseases in the pelvic region, which are difficult to see on abdominal ultrasound

Transducer ultrasound is a high-precision imaging method, performed with a specialized ultrasound probe, and allows assessment and detection of abnormal signs in the uterus, ovaries, and urinary tract. frame, rectum,...
There are 2 types of transducer ultrasound: transvaginal ultrasound and anal transvaginal ultrasound. Depending on the purpose of diagnosing the patient's disease, the doctor will appoint an anal transvaginal ultrasound or a transvaginal transvaginal ultrasound.
So should transducer ultrasound and transducer ultrasound have any effect? Accordingly, depending on the case, the doctor will appoint an appropriate transducer ultrasound. The transducer ultrasound helps doctors:
Check some abnormal signs of the uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes, ovaries (eg: fluid retention in the fallopian tubes, adhesions in the appendages). ); uterine lining thickness. Evaluation of ovulation as well as the development of eggs; examination and support for treatment of infertility, infertility ... Ultrasound with an anal transducer is indicated to detect pathologies in the pelvic region, prostate or rectum. For pregnant women, transducer ultrasound is very necessary, has an important effect, helps to recognize pregnancy in the early stages, when the embryo is still very small and will not show images if only ultrasonography. sound in the abdominal wall; When the fetus is 6-8 weeks, transducer ultrasound also helps to monitor the fetal heart rate, observe the cervix to detect abnormalities.

Transducer ultrasound technique has an important meaning in preventing pregnancy complications and finding diseases related to the ovaries and uterus. However, like other methods, this method still has some advantages and disadvantages as follows:
Advantages:
Transducer ultrasound method helps doctors see clearly the genital organs in inside, and at the same time detect pathologies in the pelvic region that are difficult to show on abdominal ultrasound. For pregnant women, transvaginal ultrasound helps doctors detect pregnancy in the early weeks that abdominal wall ultrasound gives accurate results.

Disadvantages:
With the above advantages, the transducer ultrasound method still has the limitation that it cannot observe the higher layers in the abdomen. Therefore, to be able to accurately diagnose gynecological diseases, this method needs to be combined with abdominal wall ultrasound. Besides, this method is not applied to children, women who have not had sex or in other words have not broken the hymen. For women who are in their menstrual period or are suffering from an acute infection of the vagina, they are also not prescribed by a doctor to use this method.

Step 1: When conducting transvaginal ultrasound, the patient lies supine on the examination table, knees bent. Then, the doctor gave the patient a small pillow on the buttocks to facilitate the ultrasound. For anal ultrasound, the patient lies on the left side with the legs bent.
Step 2: Wrap a condom with lubricating gel on the ultrasound transducer. The probe is then inserted into the vagina, or anus, depending on the case. For patients who are allergic to latex, the sonographer must be informed before performing the ultrasound.
Step 3: Proceed to insert the probe gently around the vagina or anus. The transducer emits sound waves and collects the signal.

There are virtually no risks with transvaginal ultrasound although some discomfort may be experienced by the patient. The entire procedure takes about 15 to 20 minutes, and results are usually available soon after. Usually, your doctor will read the transducer ultrasound results to you. However, to better understand your health status, here's how to read transducer ultrasound results:
Uterus: Anteriorly, normal size, 7mm thick lining and regular uterine muscles . In the case of this transducer ultrasound result, it shows you that the functions inside your uterus are normal and you can rest assured. Periuterine: The posterior sac is free of fluid, which is normal. Left appendix: If the results show no cyst, it's normal that your left appendix is ​​fine. Right appendix: Similarly, if the results show no cyst, normal indicates that your left appendix is ​​fine. Endothelial: A uniform echo means your endothelium is normal. In case the density is not uniform, the fundus and back have poor echogenic areas, you may have endometriosis.

Master, Doctor Trinh Van Dong has nearly 10 years of experience in the field of Diagnostic Imaging, especially has strengths in performing techniques: X-ray, ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance. Currently, Dr. Dong is working and working at the Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Vinmec Ha Long International General Hospital.
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