What Is Ultrasound and Saline Sonography?
Saline sonography helps your doctor get a better look inside your uterus, much like a hysteroscopy. This type of vaginal ultrasound is especially useful if you have abnormal uterine bleeding or fertility issues.Your doctor injects a small amount of sterile saline solution into your uterus during this test, which expands your uterine cavity and provides a clear picture of the uterine lining.A regular sonogram vs. ultrasound makes it easier to detect abnormalities such as:
- Ovarian cysts
- Uterine fibroids
- Uterine polyps
- Endometritis
What Can This Procedure Reveal?
Unlike other tests such as X-rays, ultrasound procedures do not rely on ionizing radiation. Frequent exposure to radiation can cause a slew of health problems. Sound waves, however, are not harmful and can reveal not only the status of a baby but the appearance of abnormalities as well. At Cohen Medical Practice, we utilize these diagnostic tests to identify the location and size of fibroids, polyps, and more.
What Does an Ultrasound & Saline Sonography Involve?
During the procedure, a transducer device that both sends sound waves and records the echoing waves will be pressed against your skin. It will send small pulses of inaudible, high-frequency sound waves into your body. As the sound waves bounce off your internal organs, fluids, and tissues, the sensitive receiver in the transducer will record tiny changes in the sound’s pitch and direction. These recordings will translate into real-time imagery on a monitor. Saline sonography is similar, but will involve the injection of saline, a process that may cause some discomfort, but is generally painless.
What Can I Expect?
An ultrasound procedure is done without the use of an anesthetic and is non-invasive. During the process, you will be able to see your internal system in real-time on the monitor. As we evaluate the images together, we will explain what we’re looking at and determine if any action should be taken. Depending on your condition, we may schedule a follow-up appointment for treatment, support, or counseling should you need it.
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Ultrasound & Saline Sonography in Columbus Circle, NYC
Getting a clear image of your health is particularly important if you’re pregnant. At Cohen Medical Practice, we provide same-day ultrasound appointments at all three of our New York City locations. Book an appointment by calling (347) 545-2520 or clicking the button below to get in touch with our team in Columbus Circle, on Madison Avenue, or at Rego Park in Queens. Our team is fluent in English, Spanish, Korean, and Russian.