Lower Abdominal Scan

Description

Elite Community Ultrasound (ECU) is delighted to offer this comprehensive scan for both man and woman who are 16 years or above and do not want to wait for weeks to find an answer.

Lower Abdominal (tummy/belly) ultrasound is a non-invasive medical imaging to check the organs and structures inside your lower abdominal cavity. This includes bladder, prostate, and seminal vesicles (in male). However, this scan called a pelvic scan in “Women Health Scans” section and includes uterus including endometrium (womb lining), ovaries, adnexa, and pouch of Douglas (POD)/cul-de-sac.

For more information regarding this scan please read the under-mentioned FAQ

1. Why would I need an ultrasound of my lower abdomen?

Lower abdominal ultrasounds are used to identify the source of lower abdominal pain, lower urinary tract symptoms such as difficulty in passing urine, urine incontinence, swelling in legs which can be caused by a mass compressing veins in lower abdominal cavity, and bloating. Lower abdominal ultrasound can be used to test for a variety of conditions, such as:
– Cancer or other serious illnesses in organs such bladder and prostate.
– Tumours, cysts, fluid.
– Suspected bladder stones, infection in bladder.
– Enlarged prostate called BPH (Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy)

2. What preparation do I need for lower abdominal scan?
You are required to have full bladder to get the best result. Therefore, you are required to drink two pints of water at least an hour before your scan appointment.

3. What kind of clothing do I need to wear for this scan?
There is no specific requirement of clothing for undergoing this scan. However, wearing loose and two-piece cloths are advisable.

4. What happens if I forgot to drink water or don’t have required full bladder at the time of scanning?
Your scan will still be attempted, however may interfere with the results of the test.

5. What happens during the lower abdominal scan.
You will be asked to lie down on the scan couch(bed) comfortably. Our well qualified experienced specialist ultrasound Practitioner/Sonographer or Consultant Radiologist will put water-based gel on your lower tummy. Thereafter, they examine all included organs by placing the transducer (camera) over the gel on your lower belly.

6. Is there any risk involved?
No, there is no known risk of having this examination. However, certain factors or conditions may interfere with the results of the test. These include high BMI and bowel gas.

7. Can I bring our relative or friend?
Yes, you can bring up to two companions. However, the number might vary for 4D/5D baby scans.

8. Will it be painful?
The ultrasound itself doesn’t cause any pain and you won’t feel anything other than the sensor being applied to your skin. Ultrasounds are often used to try and identify the cause of a patient’s severe pain in the lowerabdominal region.In these cases, some pressure is applied to the surface of the patient’s skin over an affected organ, such as an inflamed or over-distended bladder or inflammation in prostate or seminal vesicles. This may temporarily increase the pain coming from the affected organ, but would not be more uncomfortable than, say, a doctor performing a clinical examination on a ward/in the clinic.

9. What is the duration of the scan?
The duration of the scan is usually 10 – 15 minutes and sometimes can take up to 20 minutes depends on the visibility of organs and complexity of scan.

10. Is there any side effect of this scan?
No, you can go home after the scan and go back to work as needed. After the scan you can eat and drink as normal.

11. What happens after the scan?
You will be given a provisional verbal report of your result. You can empty your bladder and resume other routine activities normally. Thereafter, the radiologist/sonographer will review the images and draw up a report of the results. The encrypted final digital report along with images will be sent to your registered email address safely. However, we also can send the same to your registered GP or other healthcare professional if you want.

12. What would happen if any abnormality will be identified?
If any abnormality or pathology is revealed during the scan, our performing radiologist or sonographer would advise you whether you require any follow up, further imaging, referring to your GP or concern healthcare professional for further assessment and management.

13. When will I get my result?
You will get your scan result withing 24h-48hr. Generally, after the completion of your scan, the radiologist/sonographer will review the images and draw up a report of the results. The encrypted final digital report along with images will be sent to your registered email address safely. However, we also can send a copy of your result to your registered GP or other healthcare professional if you want.

14. Do I need a referral from my GP or other health professional to book this scan?
No. You don’t require any referral for booking and undergoing any kind of private ultrasound scan as the self-referral is considered.

15. Can ultrasound scan detect cancer?
The ultrasound scan can identify those masses/lumps in any included organs which can be suspected as a cancer mass/lump. However, in this situation we shall have to refer you for further imaging/investigation such as CT scan or MRI scan. This procedure can also involve certain type of blood tests as well as biopsy to confirm the cancerous nature of the mass/lump.

16. Why your rates are the lowest?
Our aim is to deliver the best, caring and affordable private healthcare in the heart of our community rather than working for the large profit margin. We have a team of well qualified and experienced radiologists and specialist sonographers who have a desire to work for the community by charging the lowest fee. Furthermore, we are an independent fast-growing diagnostic ultrasound service provider and therefore, don’t have to pay any commission to any franchisor or third party.

17. If I can’t find my answer in FAQs?
Please don’t worry and simply contact us, we shall be more than happy to answer your query.