By gynecological ultrasound it is customary to understand a special method for diagnosing a woman's reproductive system, which is carried out using special ultrasound equipment. The purpose of this study is primarily to identify possible gynecological diseases in the early stages of development, to monitor the course of pregnancy and the development of the fetus itself. Gynecological ultrasound of adolescents allows you to quickly identify congenital possible abnormalities in the formation of the genitourinary organs.
The reason for the popularity of this method
Among all the extraordinary multitude of screening diagnostic methods, gynecological ultrasound currently occupies a leading position. This kind of popularity and at the same time demand is due to several reasons. So, first of all, gynecological ultrasound is one of the most affordable diagnostic methods from a financial point of view, which allows you to give a lot of information about the current state of the woman's reproductive system. Moreover, this procedure is completely painless and eliminates the possible penetration of dangerous infections into the body. On the other hand, this method does not require additional serious preparation from the patient and is possible without restrictions for conducting (in contrast, for example, from MRI).
Diagnosis of diseases
Thanks to the use of this research method, a specialist (gynecologist) can study the position of the uterus, appendages, determine the size of the ovaries, and detect neoplasms as detailed as possible. In addition, often a gynecological ultrasound is also prescribed for invasive procedures during gestation in the womb, including for surgical interruption. It is important to note that gynecological ultrasound is prescribed, depending on the disease, in different phases of the menstrual cycle. For example, in the first phase, uterine fibroids are better seen, in the second half of the cycle, as a rule, endometriosis is determined. For preventive purposes, ultrasound is most often prescribed by a specialist on the fifth day after the onset of menstruation.
Gynecological ultrasound. Kinds
Currently, specialists distinguish in such a field as gynecology, ultrasound of two types: transvaginal and transabdominal. We consider each of them in more detail. So, in the first case, gynecologists use a special sensor, which is placed directly in the patient's vagina. This type is the most informative during pregnancy, as well as in the diagnosis of serious diseases at the initial stage. Transabdominal
ultrasound is often performed in the second and third trimesters of gestation in the womb. In this case, the study is carried out through the wall of the abdomen. It is important to note that a prerequisite is a full bladder of the future mother in labor, due to which an “acoustic window” is formed, using which the doctor examines the reproductive organs. Depending on the purpose of the study, the gynecologist himself determines this or that method.