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Professional medical service of Prostatic Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging, also known as ultrasound scanning or sonography, is a safe and painless diagnostic technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of the body’s internal structures. A small probe and ultrasound gel are used to transmit sound waves, which create real-time images of internal organs and blood flow. Unlike X-rays, ultrasound does not use ionizing radiation.
Types of Ultrasound Imaging
- Conventional Ultrasound: Produces thin, flat images of the body.
- Doppler Ultrasound: Evaluates blood flow through major arteries and veins in areas like the abdomen, arms, legs, and neck.
Why Undergo a Transrectal Ultrasound?
A transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) of the prostate gland is commonly performed to:
- Detect prostate disorders.
- Measure prostate size to assess enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) and plan treatment.
- Identify abnormal growths within the prostate.
- Diagnose causes of male infertility.
- A nodule detected during a routine physical or prostate cancer screening.
- Elevated prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels in blood tests.
- Difficulty urinating.
Guided Procedures
TRUS provides real-time imaging, making it useful for guiding needle biopsies. Biopsies involve sampling cells from abnormal prostate areas for further laboratory testing.
Preparation Guidelines
- Clothing: Wear comfortable, loose-fitting attire. You may need to remove clothing and jewelry in the area being examined.
- Fasting: Depending on the type of scan, your doctor may advise avoiding food or drink for up to 12 hours prior to the procedure.
- Full Bladder: Some exams may require drinking several glasses of water two hours before the test and avoiding urination until the scan begins.
- Blood Thinners: If a biopsy is planned, avoid blood thinners (e.g., aspirin) for 7–10 days before the procedure, as directed by your doctor.
- Enema: An enema may be required 2–4 hours before the ultrasound to clear the bowel.