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Whole Abdomen Ultrasound: Its Uses

Whole Abdomen Ultrasound: Its Uses

In this article, we will discuss the uses of USG whole abdomen and some common questions related to USG whole abdomen.

Whole abdomen USG (ultrasound) or Whole abdomen Sonography is non-invasive radiological tool which uses sound waves for the detection of abnormalities in the whole abdomen and surrounding tissues. USG Whole abdomen is the procedure that uses sound waves produced by transducer to create the images of the organs and blood vessels in the abdomen for the detection of abnormalities. USG abdomen is preferred procedure for the pregnant women as the procedure does not involve the radiations which can be harmful to the fetus. There are various conditions which can be detected by USG whole abdomen scan these conditions include kidney stones, pancreatitis, liver disease, gall stone, abdomen tumors etc.

What is Whole abdomen USG?

Whole abdomen USG (Ultrasound) is the non invasive diagnostic technique which uses sound waves for the detection of abnormalities in the abdomen and associated tissues. USG whole abdomen is diagnostic tool like CT, MRI and PET and this procedure helps to capture images of the abdomen by using a transducer which emits sound waves. These sound waves bounce back after striking the organs and tissues to create the images on the computer screen attached. USG whole abdomen can detect various conditions like liver infection, gall stones, appendicitis, tumors, kidney stones etc. USG whole abdomen can be performed with or without the use of contrast depending on the condition or suggestion by the healthcare expert.

What is Whole abdomen USG with contrast (CEUS whole abdomen)?

Whole abdomen USG with contrast also called contrast enhanced USG (CEUS) is the advanced procedure of the simple USG whole abdomen. In contrast USG an intravenous contrast material usually microbubbles is used to enhance the visualization of blood flow and certain organs. This helps in easy and early detection of abnormalities for effective treatment of whole abdomen abnormalities.

What are the Uses of USG Whole abdomen?

There are various uses of Whole abdomen USG scan and these uses include:

  • To look for the liver disease
  • To look for the abdominal tumors
  • To look for the kidney stones
  • To look for gall stones
  • To look for pancreatitis
  • To look for spleen enlargement
  • To look for abdominal aortic aneurysm
  • To look for injuries in whole abdomen
  • To look for internal bleeding in abdomen.

Which tests are used to check for the Whole abdomen abnormalities?

There are various types of tests used to check for Whole abdomen abnormalities and these include:

Conclusion

Whole abdomen USG (ultrasound) is the diagnostic tool used for the detection of abnormalities in the whole abdomen and surrounding areas. There are various uses of USG whole abdomen like detection of tumor, kidney stones, gallstones, pancreatitis, liver diseases etc. The process uses sound waves, produced by transducer attached with computer which creates the pictures of organ and tissues of whole abdomen after these waves bounce back from organs. USG Whole abdomen is also be done with and without the use contrast material, this is also called CEUS whole abdomen or contrast enhanced ultrasound. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is USG Whole abdomen scan?

USG Whole abdomen scan is the diagnostic procedure that uses sound waves with computer technology for the detection of abnormalities in the whole abdomen and surrounding areas.

What is USG Whole abdomen scan with contrast?

USG Whole abdomen scan with contrast is also called CEUS whole abdomen is a diagnostic tool in which contrast material is used for the detection of whole abdomen abnormalities. Most common contrast used is in CEUS whole abdomen is microbubble contrast material.

What is the full form of CEUS Whole abdomen?

Full of CEUS Whole abdomen is contrast enhanced ultrasound whole abdomen.

Can Ultrasound scan detect Whole abdomen Tumors?

Yes, USG Whole abdomen is effective diagnostic tool for detecting whole abdomen tumors.

Where is USG Whole abdomen Centre near me in Delhi?

Patient can visit Ganesh Diagnostic Imaging Centre for USG whole abdomen scan with heavy discounts. For more information and appointment, click here.