What is Diagnostic Ultrasound of the Abdomen?

Overview | Usage | Side Effects and Warnings

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Diagnostic Ultrasound of the Abdomen Overview

In case of emergency, call 911.

Diagnostic Ultrasound of the Abdomen Usage

An ultrasound is used to find problems inside the abdominal cavity. It can show organs and movement. An ultrasound is most often done for the following reasons:

To diagnose an injury or disease
To help determine the cause of abdominal pain
To identify gallbladder stones or kidney stones
To assess masses in the abdomen
To help determine why an internal organ is enlarged
To examine the baby and womb in pregnant women
To evaluate changes or problems in the blood vessels

Diagnostic Ultrasound of the Abdomen Side Effects and Warnings

Possible Complications

In most cases, there are no complications with this test.

Call Your Doctor

After the test, call your doctor if the symptoms you had before the test become worse.