Ultrasound diagnostics at the Korda Clinic in Szeged

The scan takes pictures of every organ from the diaphragm to the pubic bone. The shape and structure of the liver, gall bladder, bile ducts, pancreas and spleen can be seen. The procedure also allows the condition of the kidneys and abdominal arteries to be examined, while the wall of the intestines can be assessed.
In a pelvic examination, the bladder, uterus, ovaries and prostate can be examined. When the organs are visualised, the structural changes in the organs can be used to deduce the origin of the diseases. The blood circulation of the organs can also be examined, which may also indicate and help to identify diseases at an early stage.

What preparation is required for an abdominal and pelvic ultrasound scan?

You should not eat for 6 hours before the abdominal and pelvic ultrasound scan and only non-carbonated water is recommended for fluid replacement.
However, for a bladder ultrasound specifically, it is important that the patient arrives with a full bladder, so it is not advisable to void urine before the test. To ensure the success of the test, foods and drinks that increase gas formation (e.g. onion foods, beans, cabbage, pasta, carbonated drinks) should be avoided for 24 hours before the ultrasound test.
Before the test, it is advisable to remove jewellery from the part of the body being tested, as this may interfere with the test.

How is an abdominal and pelvic ultrasound scan performed?

The first step is to free the test body part up to the waist. Then, in order to get the best possible ultrasound image, the examining doctor applies an ultrasound gel to the area to be examined, which helps to improve the transmission and reception of the ultrasound waves. During the scan, the patient lies on his back and then turns to the right or left to get a better view of the organs. At times, he or she should take deep breaths and hold them in. The ultrasound gel can be wiped off at the end of the test.

 The test is completely painless and does not involve any radiation exposure.

The examination looks for thyroid gland, muscle tissue lesions, subcutaneous nodules and other abnormalities. The cervical soft tissue ultrasound scan can also detect inflammation, salivary mucus, possible malignant or benign tumours.

The scan provides a real-time picture of the circulation of different parts of the body, neck veins, limb veins, arteries and veins, abdominal veins (especially the kidneys).

We can collect data on the condition of blood vessels: their walls, their dilatation and the quality of the circulation.
Special measurements can be used to find out about the speed of the flow, the increase or decrease in resistance.
When examining the venous circulation, a common question is whether there is thrombosis in the blood vessels, and if so, whether or not it is causing blockage.
In the case of endopelvic veins, dilated varices can be detected, insufficient functioning of the venous valves and the condition of the deep veins can be determined.
When examining the arterial circulation, we can get an idea of the condition of the vessel walls, calcification, possible stenosis and its extent.
Which parts of the body can be tested?

Most often the cervical, upper and lower limb blood vessels need to be examined. It is also possible to examine the veins of the abdominal organs. In pregnancy, special circulatory tests can be performed on both the fetal and maternal side.

How to prepare for a Doppler ultrasound scan?

Examination of the rectum and neck veins does not require any preparation. It is advisable to remove any jewellery from the body part to be examined before the examination, as this may interfere with the examination.

When examining abdominal blood vessels, it is easier if the patient arrives with an empty stomach and the bowels are clear. Only non-carbonated water is recommended for fluid replacement.
Wearing comfortable clothing is recommended.

How is a Doppler ultrasound scan done?

The first step is to free the body part being tested. Then, in order to get the best possible ultrasound image, the examining doctor applies an ultrasound gel to the area to be examined, which helps to improve the transmission and reception of the ultrasound waves. The ultrasound gel is wiped off at the end of the examination.

What is the purpose of a testicular, epididymal ultrasound scan?

An ultrasound scan allows the diagnosis of inflammation, tumours, injuries and direct trauma to the testicles, as well as arterial circulation. It can also be used to examine lesions of the epididymis (e.g. cysts or inflammation) and the scrotal cavity and veins.

Ultrasound screening provides highly accurate information in the case of suspected varicose veins, inguinal hernias, varicose veins, varicose veins, or malignant tumours.

It can also be used to identify a number of conditions associated with infertility, and treatment can reverse the disease process and infertility.

The test is suitable for confirming testicular varices even in the asymptomatic phase.

The results of an ultrasound scan of the testicles and epididymis are important in making an accurate diagnosis, as different diseases in urology can have very similar symptoms.

When is a testicular ultrasound test absolutely recommended

• if you feel pain or a lump in your testicles;
• if you have any lesions (e.g. swelling, discolouration) on your genitals;
• in case of a suspected heart attack and
• in the period before testicular surgery.

In order to monitor general health, it is recommended to have a testicular screening at least once a year in adulthood.

How to prepare for the ultrasound scan?

An ultrasound scan of the testicles and epididymis requires no preparation. However, it can be uncomfortable if the bladder is full, so it is recommended that you use the toilet beforehand.

How is the ultrasound scan performed?

The first step is to free the body part being tested. After applying an ultrasound gel, the structure of the tissue, the epididymis, the arteries and veins around the testicles and their layers can be visualised with high resolution.

Remember the ultrasound scan

• fast, painless and radiation-free;
• has no harmful effects;
• extremely reliable;
• can be repeated several times,
• a widely used and accepted diagnostic method.

An ultrasound scan of the joints examines the soft tissue surrounding the joints. The cartilage covering the bone, ligaments, tendons and muscles can be very well visualised. It can give a good picture of any tears, fluid build-up or cartilage damage.

Unlike other examinations, the great advantage of joint ultrasound is that it can also be used for dynamic examination, i.e. the joints can be examined while in motion.

How to prepare for an ultrasound scan of the joints?

The test requires no preparation. Wearing comfortable clothing is recommended.

How is the joint ultrasound scan performed?

The first step is to free the part of the body being tested. Then, in order to get the best possible ultrasound image, the examining doctor applies an ultrasound gel to the area to be examined, which helps to improve the transmission and reception of the ultrasound waves. The ultrasound gel is wiped off at the end of the examination.

The test is completely painless and does not involve any radiation exposure.

The latest service offered by Korda Clinic is ultrasound-guided biopsy.

From now on, lesions diagnosed by ultrasound scanning can be punctured by ultrasound guidance, depending on their location, and samples can be taken at the same time under local anaesthesia.
The results of the sample then have a major influence on the direction of treatment.

When is ultrasound-guided intervention absolutely recommended?

For many diseases, benign or malignant lesions (e.g. breast lesions, lymph node enlargement, thyroid nodules, etc.), biopsy sampling is essential for an accurate diagnosis.

When a lesion is localised by imaging studies (X-ray, ultrasound, etc.), it is important to determine whether it is benign or malignant, and to determine the structure, division rate, biological behaviour, genetic or hormonal parameters of the cells and tissues, which are essential for the definition of the appropriate treatment strategy and the subsequent diagnostic tests required.

We perform ultrasound-guided interventions in the following cases:

1.Thyroid aspirates cytology (obtaining cells from thyroid tissue)

2.cyst aspiration (e.g. cervical cyst, thyroid cyst, breast cyst, fluid around breast implant, seroma in the wound line)

3.core biopsy (obtaining a tissue cylinder) - e.g. lymph nodes (neck, armpits, groin), trunk, limbs.

We do not perform ultrasound-guided biopsies:

-lesions of the pleural and abdominal cavity (e.g. liver, pancreas, kidneys, spleen, abdominal lymph nodes), and

-abdominal fluid drainage.

How to prepare for ultrasound-guided sampling?

You may take your usual medication before the test, but if you are taking anticoagulant medication, you must discuss this with your doctor before the test.

Please bring all medical documentation (ultrasound, CT, MR, PET-CT scan/s) with you to the examination.

The average duration of the test is 10-20 minutes.

During the biopsy, you will need to hold your breath for a short period of time, during the part of the examination that requires complete immobility.

After the puncture, the area is briefly pressurised with a cotton swab to stop any bleeding and a pressure dressing is applied to the sampling area.

You should avoid excessive exertion, physical activity and sporting activities on the day of the test and for the following few days.

Why is hip screening important from infancy?

In some Western countries, ultrasound hip joint scans are now mandatory because hip fractures detected and treated early can be cured in a few months in infancy.

The aim of the hip test:

Detecting dislocations and abnormalities of the hip joint to treat problems as early and as easily as possible.

Screening is needed immediately after birth, at 3-4 weeks and at 3-4 months.

An ultrasound hip examination is strongly recommended if the baby was breech or if there is a family history of hip sprains or hip joint disorders.

Why is ultrasound hip screening beneficial?

An ultrasound hip screening allows you to observe the condition of the hip more closely than a manual examination. The ultrasound scan allows congenital but asymptomatic abnormalities to be detected, so they can be treated more quickly with less intervention.

Why is it wrong to miss a hip screening?

Neglected, untreated cases can result in severe lesions that can lead to a child's mobility becoming limited. If abnormal hip development is not detected until 3-4 months of age, correction may require serious effort or surgical intervention.

How to prepare for a hip screening?

The test requires no preparation.

How is hip screening done?

During the test, the child is placed in a special tray or in the Parents' Arm and the joint is examined on both sides. The examination is completely safe, painless and takes no more than a few minutes.

Make an appointment at our ultrasound clinic, so that with the help of our radiologist Dr. Gabriella Kovács you can be diagnosed and treated in time!