Abdomen and Pelvis Ultrasound

Our private abdominal and pelvic ultrasound is designed to image both your upper abdominal organs and lower pelvic organs.
€300
Available at Bray, Grafton Street, Gorey
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Please note: You will need a referral letter from a GP with an Irish Medical Council (IMC) number dated within 6 months.

Information on the Abdominal and Pelvic Ultrasound

What to expect during your Abdominal and Pelvic Ultrasound

  • Procedure: During the scan, we’ll apply ultrasound gel to your abdomen. A sonographer will then use a probe to scan your organs, taking multiple images for our consultant radiologist to analyse.
  • Transvaginal Scan: If a transvaginal scan is required, you will be asked to empty your bladder. The transvaginal probe, covered with a protective sheath, will be gently inserted into the vagina to capture images of the uterus and ovaries. 
  • Reporting: Your results will be sent to your GP within a few business days after your scan.
 

Organs examined during this scan: 

  • Aorta
  • Inferior Vena Cava (IVC)
  • Pancreas
  • Gallbladder
  • Liver
  • Kidneys
  • Prostate in men
  • Spleen
  • Bladder
  • Uterus in women
  • Endometrium in women
  • Cervix in women
  • Ovaries in women
  • Any other focal area of pain

Typical reasons for abdominal and pelvic ultrasounds 

  • Abdominal or pelvic pain
  • Suspected gallstones
  • Suspected cysts
  • Suspected endometriosis
  • Suspected appendicitis

Locations available for this procedure

Gorey

The Palms Centre
Block B 2nd Floor
The Avenue
Gorey
County Wexford
Y25 Y5P3

Dublin

Grafton Medical Centric Health
34 Grafton Street
Dublin 2
County Dublin
D02 XY06

Bray

Bray Women’s Health Centre
Bri Chualann Court
Adelaide Road
Bray
County Wicklow
A98N4C4

How do I prepare for my Abdomen and Pelvis Ultrasound?

To ensure we get the best possible images, here are a few things to keep in mind:

  1. Fasting: It is essential that you don’t eat 6 hours before your scan. Only water and medications are allowed during this period.
  2. Optimal Timing: If you’re being examined for endometrial polyps, the best time for this scan is between day 3-5 of your menstrual cycle.
  3. Full Bladder: It’s important to have a full bladder for the examination. Ensure that you drink at least 500ml / pint of water one hour before your scan. Fluids reach your bladder in about one hour, so don’t wait until the last minute to start drinking.
  4. Referral Letter: You will need a referral letter from a GP with an Irish Medical Council (IMC) number dated within 6 months. This can be sent via Healthlink or emailed to info@theultrasoundsuite.ie.

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