Pelvic Ultrasound

Gynecologic Ultrasound, Prostate Ultrasound, Transrectal Ultrasound, Transvaginal Ultrasound, Ultrasound, Gynelcologic, Ultrasound, Pelvic, Ultrasound, Prostate

What Affects the Test

Reasons you may not be able to have the test or why the results may not be helpful include:

• Stool (feces), air or other gas, or X-ray contrast material (such as barium) in the intestines or rectum.
• Inability to remain still during the test.
• Obesity.
• Having an open wound on the belly.

A full bladder is needed for a transabdominal ultrasound, so that the pelvic organs can be seen clearly.

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Author:	Sandy Jocoy, RN	Last Updated: June 17, 2009
Medical Review:	Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology
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