Transvaginal Ultrasound

Service Description

A transvaginal ultrasound is a pelvic imaging technique that uses sound waves to examine the female reproductive organs. It can help diagnose conditions like pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, and infertility. It can also be used to monitor pregnancies. How it works: - A transducer, a wand-like device, is inserted into the vaginal canal. - The transducer sends sound waves through the body. - The sound waves bounce back as echoes. - A microphone picks up the echoes and converts them into images. What it can be used for: - Confirming or monitoring a pregnancy - Determining how far along a pregnancy is - Monitoring the baby's heartbeat - Identifying warning signs of a miscarriage or early delivery - Diagnosing conditions that cause pelvic pain or abnormal bleeding - Checking for cysts or uterine fibroids - Verifying that an IUD is placed properly