Groin and Hernia Ultrasound

Ultrasound is an effective primary test that confirms whether you have a hernia in your groin or superficial abdomen.
€180
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 Hernia Scans

During the scan, the sonographer will image the suspected area and may ask you to perform a Valsalva manoeuvre (taking a deep breath and bearing down) to help visualise the hernia bulge.

 

Duration of the Scan

The examination lasts approximately 20 minutes.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to help you through every step of the process.

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 Groin an Hernia Ultrasound?

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.

Typical reasons for the Scan

  • Abdominal pain
  • Suspected gallstones
  • Suspected stones in the biliary tract
  • Suspected fatty liver
  • Suspected liver lesions or masses
  • Suspected abdominal aortic aneurysm
  • Abnormal liver function tests

FAQ's

Your abdominal area, spanning from your lower rib cage to your hip bones, is a crucial network of strong muscles that support everyday activities like lifting and sitting upright. These muscles and tissues also serve as a protective barrier for your internal organs. 

A hernia occurs when there is a weakened spot in the abdominal wall, allowing a portion of the abdominal contents to protrude outward.

Hernias often develop when someone strains themselves by lifting heavy objects improperly. In rarer cases, hernias can also result from excessive straining, such as during intense labor or heavy exertion.

Hernias can manifest in various locations, but the most common types include:

  1. Ventral (Abdominal) Hernia: Any protrusion through a weakness in the abdominal wall.
  2. Umbilical Hernia: Occurring at the bellybutton or navel area, a specific type of ventral hernia.
  3. Incisional Hernia: Developing at the site of prior abdominal surgery.
  4. Hiatal Hernia: Unlike other hernias, this occurs when the upper part of the stomach pushes into the chest through an opening in the diaphragm.

Inguinal Hernia: A bulge in the pelvic or groin area, often due to weakened abdominal muscles.

If you suspect you have a hernia, common signs include:

  • Noticing or feeling a bulge along the abdomen’s outer surface.
  • Mild pain, aching, or pressure at the hernia site, worsened by activities like heavy lifting or straining.
  • Some patients may have a bulge without experiencing discomfort

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