How much does a vaginal ultrasound cost?

Some gynecological diseases can only be detected through transvaginal ultrasound. For example, uterine fibroids and uterine and ovarian tumors can be detected through transvaginal ultrasound. You can't do a transvaginal ultrasound whenever you want. Vaginal ultrasound also refers to intravaginal B-ultrasound, which is a very accurate gynecological examination technique. This article explains vaginal ultrasound in detail, and I hope it will be of some help to everyone!

1What is vaginal ultrasound?

Vaginal ultrasound, also known as intravaginal B-ultrasound, also known as intracavitary B-ultrasound, is a method of ultrasonic diagnosis by placing an ultrasound camera into the vagina or duodenum. It is particularly suitable for observing pelvic organs in the lower pelvis. Compared with abdominal B-ultrasound, the images of transvaginal ultrasound are clearer and more realistic, the results are more accurate, and the subject does not need to "hold urine". It is very suitable for ovulation monitoring, diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy, uterine space-occupying diseases, and diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome and chocolate cysts. For women who have had sexual intercourse, vaginal examination can be performed, and for Virgos, duodenum can be examined by B-ultrasound.

2. How much does a vaginal ultrasound cost?

Generally, a transvaginal ultrasound examination costs about 200 yuan. The price may fluctuate slightly depending on the region and the scale of the hospital, but generally it won't differ too much.

3How to check vaginal ultrasound

1. Generally, a basic gynecological examination is performed before the procedure is carried out.

2. Ask the patient to urinate and take the lithotomy position.

3. Cover the camera inside the vagina with a disposable condom and apply disinfectant coupling agent inside and outside the condom.

4. The operator wears gloves, holds the camera handle with his left hand, and slowly inserts the camera into the vaginal vault.

5. During operation, tilt, slide the door, and rotate the camera handle to observe the entire pelvic structure.

6. The patient needs to lie flat on the bed, relax the body, and do not be nervous. Stress and anxiety will affect the test results.

4 Is vaginal ultrasound painful?

Vaginal ultrasound will not cause much pain. Generally, vaginal ultrasound will not cause much pain. At most, there will be some discomfort, which is usually bearable. It is recommended that you relax when doing vaginal ultrasound and do not put too much pressure on yourself.

5 What diseases can be detected by vaginal ultrasound

1. The sonographic manifestations of the uterine wall during a normal menstrual cycle and the presence of mature and immature follicles in normal uterine and ovarian follicles (the so-called "ovulation detection").

2. Benign uterine tumors: adenomyosis and uterine fibroids.

3. Uterine malignant tumors: endometrial cancer, cervical cancer.

4. Non-neoplastic cysts of the uterus and ovaries: polycystic ovary syndrome, chocolate cyst.

5. Uterine and ovarian tumors.

6. Confirm the diagnosis of early pregnancy as soon as possible.

7. Abnormal early pregnancy, especially ectopic pregnancy (ie "ectopic pregnancy"), because ectopic pregnancy is a clinical crisis, if not treated in time, it may lead to death.