How are renal ultrasounds performed?

Question

I am 18 wks. 3 days pregnant and they think I have Kidney stones.

Answer 1

i'm pretty sure they just move the wand over your kidney area, but I don't know if that might differ due to you being pregnant.

sorry i'm not much more help :(

Answer 2

What to Expect

Prior to Procedure:

* Your doctor will do a physical exam
* Avoid carbonated drinks, such as sodas and seltzers
* You must have a full bladder for the test; do not empty your bladder until after the ultrasound

During Procedure – sound-conducting jelly, ultrasound transducer, video screen

Anesthesia – None

Description of the Procedure - This procedure can be done in an examination room in a doctor's office or in a hospital room. You lie on a table and the doctor applies a sound-conducting jelly to your abdomen over your bladder and kidneys.

The ultrasound machine has a hand-held instrument called a transducer, which looks like a microphone or wand. The transducer is passed over the skin where the jelly was applied. The transducer sends sound waves into the body, which bounce off the internal organs and echo back to the transducer. The echoes are converted to images that are displayed on a screen. The doctor examines the images on the screen and may make a photograph for further assessment.

After Procedure – A radiologist examines the ultrasound image for abnormal masses or blockages

How Long Will It Take? 30-45 minutes

Will It Hurt? Ultrasound is a painless procedure

Possible Complications – None

Average Hospital Stay – None

Postoperative Care – There is no special postoperative care

Answer 3

I laid on my side while they performed the ultrasound. Just like a regular one only its on your back. Best of luck.

Answer 4

they may do a vaginal scan or the same way they do a regular scan theres only 2 ways to do a scan