Gynecological Ultrasound

The gynecological ultrasound is a test that is used to examine the female genital organs. Including the uterus, ovaries, and cervix.

This examination, performed using ultrasound, is a medical service that is offered in the gynecology visits in Barcelona from Dra. Gómez Roig Institute. This type of test is performed in cases of desire for family planning, contraception, menstrual disorders, urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and precancerous diseases, among others.

The ultrasound examination can be performed abdominally or transvaginally. An abdominal gynecologic ultrasound is performed with a full bladder. And, contrarily, the transvaginal is performed with an empty bladder.

This test is generally painless. Despite this, the ultrasound that is performed vaginally can be a little more annoying.

The transducer (scanning probe) used in ultrasound scans sends sound waves that reflect off the structures being studied. At the same time, a computer receives the waves and uses them to create an image. At all times, the doctor can view the image on a TV monitor.

The practice of gynecological ultrasound does not involve risks. No test-related harmful effects.

What is a Gynecological Ultrasound? 

Gynecological ultrasound is a test performed by the gynecologist and that complements the specialist's examination.

This is a complementary test that is usually performed in the same consultation where the gynecologist visits.

This type of specialist is trained to perform the ultrasound of his specialty.

In the face of problems or doubts that arise during the visit, the available information can be increased by performing the ultrasound. Through it, it is possible to know in greater detail what the uterus and ovaries are like and whether or not there are diseases or pathological images.

When is this Gynecological Test Performed? 

Habitually a gynecological ultrasound is performed when a woman goes to her gynecologist for some discomfort or problem related to the female genital apparatus (uterus and adnexa: tubes and ovaries).

An ultrasound can also be done at preventive visits. As well as the gynecological check-ups.

If we want to rule out the presence of anomalies, we could affirm that this test is indicated in the following situations:

• Study of the menstrual cycle (when the characteristics of the period vary).
• Assessment of follicular development (ovarian response to hormones) in natural cycles or in cycles stimulated during assisted reproduction treatments, artificial insemination or in vitro fertilization: IVF. The follicle is one of the cysts that are generated in a healthy ovary to later rupture at ovulation and release its fertile fluid for fertilization.
• Know the location of intrauterine devices IUDs after its placement. It is also checked later in the reviews.
• Study of abnormal uterine bleeding . With the test you can look for the causes and reasons.
• Evaluation of a mass or pelvic mass. For example: uterine myomas , ovarian cysts, etc.
• Study of possible sequelae after an infection or pelvic inflammation. For example: abscesses or accumulation of pus in the tubes, etc.
• Analysis of the possible congenital uterine abnormalities that appear from birth.
• Detection or diagnosis of masses or malignant tumors.

Whenever an affectation or anomaly is suspected, it is better to carry out the test. It is not harmful, and can provide important information.