Understanding of transvaginal B-ultrasound examination

Vaginal B-ultrasound examination is a kind of vaginal examination, which is mainly used to check whether there are any lesions in the female vagina. If there are lesions in the vagina, it can be observed through the verification results. Vaginal B-ultrasound examination is also a key item for checking the female body. Through vaginal B-ultrasound examination, we can correctly realize whether the female body is healthy. So what exactly is vaginal B-ultrasound examination?

What is vaginal B-ultrasound?

Vaginal B-ultrasound, also known as intracavitary B-ultrasound, is a method of examination in which a long probe is inserted into the vagina or anus to observe the pelvic organs. It is similar to abdominal B-ultrasound examination in that both are used to check the uterus and ovaries for tumors and other related diseases. However, the images are clearer and the person being examined does not need to hold their urine.

For married people, they can choose vaginal B-ultrasound, while unmarried people can choose abdominal B-ultrasound or examination through the anus.

It should be noted that it is not suitable for people with vaginal bleeding, vaginitis or sexually transmitted diseases. People with diseases of the cervix, vagina, or vulva should also use it with caution. In addition, it is not suitable for people who are in mid-to-late pregnancy, have bleeding during pregnancy, or have large pelvic masses.

Generally speaking, combining abdominal B-ultrasound with vaginal B-ultrasound examinations to complement each other will make the examination results more accurate.

What can vaginal B-ultrasound check?

After understanding what vaginal B-ultrasound is, I believe everyone has some understanding of the content of vaginal B-ultrasound examination. So what are the specific contents of vaginal B-ultrasound examination?

Through vaginal B-ultrasound, we can understand the normal menstrual cycle and the sonographic manifestations of the endometrium. At the same time, we can also understand the mature and immature follicles in the normal ovaries to prepare for pregnancy.

We can also use vaginal B-ultrasound to check whether there is a tumor in the uterus and whether the uterine tumor is benign or malignant. Common benign uterine tumors include adenomyosis and uterine fibroids; malignant uterine tumors include endometrial cancer and cervical cancer. Can provide doctors with diagnosis and treatment and provide basis.

In addition, vaginal B-ultrasound can also be used to understand some ovarian diseases, such as ovarian cysts, ovarian tumors, etc.

In addition, it can also diagnose early pregnancy and determine whether it is an ectopic pregnancy. Vaginal B-ultrasound is of great significance for acute ectopic pregnancy rupture.

Vaginal B-ultrasound examination method

Vaginal B-ultrasound is to add a long probe to the ultrasound machine, cover it with a thin film, and the doctor or the patient herself inserts the probe into the vagina for examination, focusing on the cervix and endometrium.

The main steps are as follows:

1. The person being examined needs to empty his/her bladder first and then lie down as instructed by the doctor.

2. Put a special film on the long probe and apply a special disinfectant.

3. The doctor or the person being examined inserts the probe into the vagina. It should be noted that the operator needs to wear a special handpiece and must insert the probe into the vaginal vault. The force should also be moderate to avoid hurting the vagina.

4. When conducting an examination, the doctor can tilt, push, pull, or rotate the probe handle to observe the pelvic structure, thereby achieving the purpose of the examination.

When doing a vaginal B-ultrasound examination, you need to communicate with your doctor in time if you feel uncomfortable. In addition, you should explain your condition to the doctor before the examination, and wear clothes and shoes that are easy to take off and change on the day of the examination.

The best time to do vaginal B-ultrasound

Vaginal B-ultrasound should be performed 3-7 days after the menstruation ends.

Because the probe needs to be inserted into the vagina during the examination, it is not advisable to do this examination during menstruation to avoid infection and affect the test results.

If you use vaginal B-ultrasound to monitor follicles, you can start from the 8th day after the end of menstruation, and check almost every 2 days, or you can check once a day until ovulation begins.

If you are pregnant, vaginal B-ultrasound examination is prohibited during the entire pregnancy. It is best to use abdominal B-ultrasound to monitor fetal development.

Above we introduced the knowledge about vaginal B-ultrasound examination of women. Do you all understand that many disease examinations must be done through vaginal B-ultrasound examination. You should relax when doing vaginal B-ultrasound examination. Many women are very nervous when doing vaginal B-ultrasound examination, which will have a great impact on the results of their examination. Therefore, you must relax yourself to face the vaginal examination.