Why I may need a abdomen ultrasound
An abdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive procedure to assess the structure of the abdominal organs. The most common reasons to request an abdominal ultrasound are for the following:
An abdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive procedure to assess the structure of the abdominal organs. The most common reasons to request an abdominal ultrasound are for the following:
Patients need to bring along their medical aid information, ID and a referral letter, if provided by their doctor.
Once you have completed your registration, patients will be taken to the sonar room to conduct the abdominal scan. The length of the testing will depend on what injuries are being assessed. After a few minutes, you will receive the results of your abdominal scan.
Midrand Breast and Bone Density Clinic is led by Dr. Manitha Bindapersad. She is a specialist radiologist with a particular interest in breast imaging and women’s health. After graduating from Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (MEDUNSA) in 1998 and completing her internship and community service; she chose to specialise and train as a radiologist at the University of Witwatersrand from 2001 to 2005.
Over the years, she has gained a wealth of experience working in the public sector as head of Chris Baragwanath Hospital’s Mammography Department for 15 years and 10 subsequent years in the private sector. Dr Bindapersad has extensive experience and expertise in the fields of digital mammography, bone care, performance of biopsies, women’s health and general radiology.
An abdominal ultrasound is a noninvasive procedure used to assess the organs and structures within the abdomen. This includes the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, bile ducts, spleen, and abdominal aorta. Ultrasound technology allows quick visualization of the abdominal organs and structures from outside the body.