Dr Hema Chaudhary , a known Senior Consultant Radiologist in Greater Noida is discussing the uses,
benefits of transvaginal ultrasound which is a common procedure on day to day basis. With a
background of more than 10 years of experience, the doctor is an expert in diagnostic imaging.
What is transvaginal ultrasound?
A transvaginal ultrasound is an imaging procedure that allow you to see the internal pelvic organ
including uterus, cervix and ovaries. A transvaginal ultrasound can detect abnormalities in these areas. It
is very helpful to in diagnosing the early pregnancy.
How it is different from transabdominal ultrasound?
In abdominal ultrasound, probe is moving across your belly to record the images while in transvaginal
ultrasound TVS probe is inserting inside your vagina and visualized the pelvic organs closely and
accurately. Abdominal ultrasound is an option if a transvaginal ultrasound cannot be done especially in
unmarried females. A transvaginal ultrasound provide a more detailed picture of your organ than
transabdominal ultrasound.
When transvaginal ultrasound is useful?
Transvaginal ultrasound is useful in diagnosing many conditions like ovarian cyst, fibroids, polyps, pelvic
infections, pelvic cancers, diagnosis of ectopic pregnancies, position of IUCD and to diagnose the cause
of infertility.
Transvaginal ultrasound is also helpful during the first trimester of pregnancy
- To confirm the pregnancy
- To rule out the ectopic pregnancy
- Monitoring of Baby’s heartbeat
We performed a transvaginal ultrasound?
A Radiologist is trained to do transvaginal ultrasound. A transvaginal ultrasound can take approximately
5-10 minutes.
Is a transvaginal ultrasound painful ?
No. The transvaginal probe is designed according to vagina space so that the procedure is painless as
possible. Besides that lubricating gel is also placed on the transducer allows for gentle insertion.
Transvaginal ultrasound is safe investigation.
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