How is vaginal ultrasound performed?

Vaginal color ultrasound is a relatively common method for examining gynecological diseases. It means adding a probe to the ultrasonic instrument and then putting a thin film on it. Under the operation of a doctor or the patient, the probe is inserted into the vagina. The main examination is of the endometrium and cervix. When conducting the examination, you must understand some precautions. Let us learn about this aspect.

How is vaginal ultrasound performed?

1. The person being examined needs to empty his/her bladder first and then lie down as instructed by the doctor.

2. Put a special film on the long probe and apply a special disinfectant.

3. The doctor or the person being examined inserts the probe into the vagina. It should be noted that the operator needs to wear a special handpiece and must insert the probe into the vaginal vault. The force should also be moderate to avoid hurting the vagina.

4. When conducting an examination, the doctor can tilt, push, pull, or rotate the probe handle to observe the pelvic structure, thereby achieving the purpose of the examination.

When doing a vaginal B-ultrasound examination, you need to communicate with your doctor in time if you feel uncomfortable. In addition, you should explain your condition to the doctor before the examination, and wear clothes and shoes that are easy to take off and change on the day of the examination.

Contents of vaginal ultrasound examination

Vaginal color ultrasound uses a high-frequency probe with powerful functions. It is mainly used for the examination of gynecological diseases. This technology can monitor the development of ovarian follicles, clearly observe pelvic organs and small lesions, and detect the blood flow of the uterus and ovaries. In addition, it can also diagnose early pregnancy, early ectopic pregnancy, uterine and ovarian tumors, early endometrial lesions, pelvic abscesses, inflammatory masses and other lesions, and the examination results are relatively accurate.

Since transvaginal color ultrasound requires a probe to be placed through the vagina, patients who have never had sexual intercourse in the past should never use this method. Generally, doctors will ask the patient about this before doing transvaginal color ultrasound. In addition, patients with heavy vaginal bleeding, such as those who are menstruating, have irregular vaginal bleeding or have vaginal inflammation, are not suitable for transvaginal color Doppler ultrasound because there may be a risk of infection and cross-infection. In addition, generally speaking, it is best to do transvaginal color Doppler ultrasound three to four days after the menstruation is over.