Transvaginal ultrasound in pregnancy

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Transvaginal ultrasound in pregnancy
The transvaginal ultrasound is done using high
frequency sound waves that creates the image of
internal organs of the pregnant lady as well as
the developing foetus. This ultrasound is done
using a wand like instrument that is inserted
into the vaginal canal, in this type of
ultrasound we get a clear view into the uterus
and specially early in pregnancy. Transvaginal
ultrasound can be done for the variety of
purposes that includes early pregnancy
confirmation and the due date calculation.
Basically the trans vaginal ultrasound is an
internal examination which is done trans
vaginally that is through the vagina. The other
type of ultrasounds use larger wands that is kept
on the top of abdomen, but the trans vaginal
procedure is done by inserting the wand few
inches into the vagina. The trans vaginal
ultrasound is best to pick up the images in the
early stages of the pregnancy. It provides a
better view of the female reproductive organs for
observation which includes the uterus, the
fallopian tube,  ovaries, cervix and urinary
bladder. It Is capable of getting a better view
because it get closer to the structure that is
being examined and ultrasound waves does not
travel through the abdomen. 
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Uses of Trans vaginal ultrasound-
The transvaginal ultrasound is most frequently
used before the 8th week of pregnancy. Some of
the doctor use this more frequently than others,
director my duo the procedure themselves during
the pregnancy confirmation aur visit a regular
parental exam. 
Trans vaginal ultrasound is typically used for -
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• Assessing the lining of the uterine
• To check the heartbeat of the foetus
• To check any cyst, particularly in the ovaries
• To check the ectopic pregnancy
• Assessing the uterus and ovary
• To check the possible miscarriage
• To confirm the early pregnancy by detecting fetal
  heartbeat
• To determine the causes of bleeding
• To determine the cause of pelvic pain
• Examine the placenta for any abnormalities
• To confirm the date of pregnancy

The transvaginal ultrasound can also be performed
to determine-

• Pelvic pain
• Infertility
• Abnormal pelvic or abdominal exam
• Excessive vaginal bleeding
• To check the uterine fibroids

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What the test does-
Generally the transfer Jana ultrasound create the
images of the baby in the bomb. This is done by a
technician who inserting a small probe into the
vagina. Transvaginal ultrasound check the baby's
heartbeat and placenta and can also determine the
problems and abnormality with the mother.
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Is there any risk factor with this procedure-
There are no risk factors which are associated
with the transvaginal ultrasound. Performing the
trans vaginal ultrasound are safe for both
mothers and for the foetus, as this is done
internally there is no radiation used for this
imaging technique. After inserting the wand into
the vagina there might be a feeling of pressure
and discomfort in some cases, the discomfort will
be minimal and we'll go once the procedure is
completed. 
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Transvaginal ultrasound is a very accurate time
consuming procedure which is associated with no
risk, this is usually a 30 - 60 minutes procedure
and the results are ready in less than 24 hours.
This procedure helps in getting a clear image of
the baby and to examine the internal organs of
the mother during the pregnancy phase. 
If there is too much discomfort in the dry
vaginal ultrasound and you are not comfortable
with the procedure the doctor might perform a
trans abdominal ultrasound.
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