Why I may need a pelvic ultrasound
A pelvic ultrasound is a non-invasive diagnostic exam, that produces images that are used to assess organs and structures within the female and male pelvis. This is primarily used to check the following:
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How to prepare and what to expect
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 ultrasound. The length of the testing will depend on what injuries are being assessed. After a few minutes, you will receive the results of your ultrasound.
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Dr. Manitha Bindapersad
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
A pelvic ultrasound is a non-invasive and painless test that can be used to product pictures of the inside of your body. It is a harmless diagnostic tool that produces images that are used to assess organs and structures within the female pelvis. A pelvic ultrasound allows quick visualization of the female pelvic organs and structures including the uterus, cervix, vagina, fallopian tubes and ovaries.
