Ultrasonography of the kidneys and bladder

Ultrasound is one of the modern research methods, absolutely harmless and allows to learn a lot. That is why it is widely used to diagnose mammary gland pathologies, thyroid, pelvic organs, abdominal cavity, kidneys, and also helps monitor the course of pregnancy and constant monitoring of fetal and placenta development.

For some of the above types of ultrasound, training is required, pre-planned observations, which will then be taken into account when characterizing the patient's condition.

Ultrasonography of the kidneys and bladder, is usually performed transabdominally. Its advantage over urinary cystography, for which it is required to introduce a special liquid through the catheter, and this, of course, gives discomfort and unpleasant sensations to the patient, is quite obvious.

Ultrasound of the bladder and kidneys is a minimally invasive procedure. This is an alternative to palpation and catheter insertion, plus it gives more accurate information about the condition of the organs.

Indications for the appointment of ultrasound of the bladder and kidneys are:

- diseases of the urethra;

- results of laboratory tests (presence of erythrocytes in urine);

- the patient's complaints about the symptoms characteristic of various kidney diseases;

- changes in the indicators of laboratory studies characteristic of various diseases of the urinary system;

- stones in the kidney or bladder;

- the presence of an additional cavity next to the bladder, diverticulum, filled with fluid;

- Tumors and suspicion of the presence of a cyst in the bladder;

- After trauma.

Ultrasonography of the kidneys and bladder also allows to determine the presence of a parasitic space of the urinary stench.

Kidney disease affects every twentieth, which can not but disturb. Very often the development of a disease occurs without obvious symptoms, so the patient turns when the disease is already progressing. In this regard, ultrasound of the kidneys and bladder for preventive purposes should be held at least once a year, provided that the patient does not bother.

Proper preparation for ultrasound of the kidneys and bladder comes down to a few simple rules. In the morning, before you go on ultrasound, do not drink a lot of liquid (no more than half a cup of water). In no case should not take diuretics. If you are concerned about being overweight and suffering from increased gas production in the intestine, exclude from your diet, black bread, raw fruits and vegetables, whole milk , just a few days before the test. Before you go to ultrasound, consult your urologist who is observed, his opinion on this matter can be significant and important.

Before starting the procedure, a special gel is applied to the patient's skin, which reduces air access and facilitates easy movement of the sensor.

After the study, the patient can return to his diet if the urologist has not stated any contraindications. On average, the study takes about 5 minutes. It is absolutely painless and does not cause discomfort. It is desirable to pass it as directed by a doctor.