Pelvic ultrasound

A pelvic ultrasound is a painless procedure that makes it possible to observe the body’s internal organs, namely: the ovaries, uterus, bladder and prostate.

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examine cases of pelvic pain or unexplained vaginal bleeding

examine the endometrium (uterine lining)

identify uterine malformations

detect ovarian cysts, polyps or fibroids

ensure the proper positioning of an IUD

do an infertility workup

A medical prescription is required for this examination.

If you have a prescription for an ultrasound that is not mentioned, please contact us

Preparing for the Examination (for adults)

Fasting for ultrasound examinations of the abdomen and pelvis, as well as for the Doppler study of the intra-abdominal vessels and in particular of the renal arteries.

It is important to have finished drinking four eight-ounce (960 mL) glasses of water or juice 75 minutes before the test and not to urinate. You need to have a full bladder during your appointment.

Newborn to 2 years old: drink 2 hours before the scan

3 years to 13 years: do not urinate before the scan and drink 450 mL (15 oz.) of water 30 to 60 minutes before the scan (varies by child)

14 years and older: it is important to have finished drinking four eight-ounce (960 mL) glasses of water or juice 75 minutes before the test and not to urinate. You need to have a full bladder during your appointment.

What is ultrasound scan?

Ultrasound is an ultrasound imaging procedure. Ultrasound allows the creation of cross-sectional images in all planes. In particular, it is possible to record organs such as the heart and the foetus of pregnant women.

How is an ultrasound performed?

An ultrasound is performed by a radiologist or technician and lasts between 15 and 30 minutes.

See the detailed section on ultrasound for more information on the content of this examination.

What is the purpose of an ultrasound scan?

Ultrasound is usually performed for the following purposes:

- Distinguish between liquid cysts and solid tumors.
- To check the location, structure, and size of specific organs.
- Recognize the stages of cancer development.

For more information on this test, please visit our detailed ultrasound page.

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Pelvic ultrasound

Pelvic ultrasound is used in women in gynaecology, for:

examine cases of pelvic pain or unexplained vaginal bleeding

examine the endometrium (uterine lining)

identify uterine malformations

detect ovarian cysts, polyps or fibroids

ensure the proper positioning of an IUD

do an infertility workup

For men, pelvic ultrasound is mainly used for:

examining the bladder and prostate

detecting anormal masses

Preparing for the Examination (for adults)

It is important to have finished drinking four eight-ounce (960 mL) glasses of water or juice 75 minutes before the test and not to urinate. You need to have a full bladder during your appointment.

Preparing for the Examination (for children)

Newborn to 2 years old: drink 2 hours before the scan

3 years to 13 years: do not urinate before the scan and drink 450 mL (15 oz.) of water 30 to 60 minutes before the scan (varies by child)

14 years and older: it is important to have finished drinking four eight-ounce (960 mL) glasses of water or juice 75 minutes before the test and not to urinate. You need to have a full bladder during your appointment.

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