![]() We most commonly see aneurysms of the aorta on ultrasound. Some abnormalities such as masses or blocked kidneys may need further imaging with CT. We can see kidney stones, cysts, masses, and blocked kidneys or Hydronephrosis. The kidneys are evaluated on abdominal ultrasound. Ultrasound can sometimes identify abnormalities but further testing may be needed to say what the finding is. The spleen can have cysts, masses, infarcts, and infections. The spleen helps with fighting infections in the blood and filters the blood. We can see the spleen which is in the left side of the abdomen. The pancreas is sometimes not well seen because it is a deep structure and located behind bowel loops. Cholecystitis is when the gallbladder becomes inflamed.Ībdominal ultrasound of the pancreas can show us cysts, masses, a dilated pancreatic duct, collections around the pancreas to name some. Gallstones are a common cause of pain in the right upper abdomen. We can see sludge, stones, masses and inflammation of the gallbladder or cholecystitis. Additional testing with MRI may be needed.Ībdominal ultrasound of the gallbladder is one of the best tests for the gallbladder. We often do not know the cause based on ultrasound alone. Dilated bile ducts are well seen with ultrasound. Many masses need further testing with CT or MRI for diagnosis. Cysts are confidently diagnosed with ultrasound. What does an ultrasound of the abdomen show?Ībdominal ultrasound of the liver may show cysts, masses, blocked blood vessels, and dilated bile ducts. Patients who are large or who have a lot of gas in bowel may not get as good a test result. An ultrasound is more dependent on the skill of the technologist then other tests. It does not use radiation but instead uses sound waves which enter the body and then are reflected back by tissues and produce an image on the ultrasound machine. What is an abdominal ultrasound?Īn abdominal ultrasound is done by a specially trained technologist. The test Is done for abdominal symptoms or to take a closer look at an abnormality seen on another imaging test. This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice.An ultrasound of the abdomen routinely looks at abdominal structures like the liver, gallbladder, bile duct, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, and aorta. Edits to original content made by Rector and Visitors of the University of Virginia. Based on the results, you and your doctor will talk about more tests and treatment options.Ĭontent was created using EBSCO’s Health Library. You will be able to return to your normal activities afterwards.You may be asked to change positions or hold your breath.The images on the screen are examined by your doctor. The computer can convert echoes into images on a screen. The waves bounce off your internal organs and echo back to the wand. The wand sends sound waves into your body. The wand is pushed against your skin where the gel has been applied. The ultrasound machine has a hand-held wand. The gel helps the sound waves travel from a wand to your body. A gel will be placed over the area that will be checked. Have a full bladder before the test by drinking 6 or more glasses of water without going to the bathroom. ![]() Fast for 8-12 hours before the test to decrease the amount of gas in your intestines and make organs easier to see.Bodily fluids may also be tested with blood or urine tests. Evaluate changes or problems in the blood vesselsĪ physical exam may be done.Examine the baby and uterus in pregnant women.Help determine why an internal organ is enlarged.Assess the cause of abnormal liver or kidney function.Assess masses or fluid collections in the abdomen.Identify gallbladder stones or kidney stones.Help determine the cause of abdominal pain, especially appendicitis.An ultrasound of the abdomen is most often done to: It can show features like the size and movement of organs, cysts or growths, or fluid collections. Reasons for an Abdominal UltrasoundĪn ultrasound shows the details of structures in the abdomen. A Doppler ultrasound is a special type of ultrasound that can show blood flow in the vessels. An ultrasound uses sound waves to create images of structures in the body. ![]()
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