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Ultrasound

An ultrasound of the abdomen and pelvis is a non-invasive imaging test that uses high-frequency sound waves to create detailed images of the structures within these areas of the body. It is commonly used to evaluate the organs and tissues in the abdominal and pelvic regions for various medical conditions.

Purpose

ULTRASOUND–ABDOMEN:

An abdominal ultrasound is used to look at and identify conditions of organs such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. Individuals will need to fast for 6 hours prior to the procedure. Consumption of plain water and medication is allowed.

ULTRASOUND–PELVIS:

A pelvic ultrasound provides information to your doctor regarding the condition of the individual’s reproductive and urinary systems. To prepare for the procedure, individuals must drink plenty of water at least one hour before the ultrasound for better clarity of the pelvic organs (bladder, prostate, uterus & ovaries).

How the Test is Performed

Preparation

Depending on the specific area being examined, you may be asked to fast for several hours or to have a full bladder before the test. Specific instructions will be provided by your healthcare provider.

Positioning

You will lie down on an examination table. A clear, water-based gel will be applied to your abdomen and/or pelvic area to help the transducer (a handheld device) make secure contact with the skin and transmit sound waves effectively.

Scanning

The transducer is moved over the skin in the area of interest. It emits sound waves that bounce off internal structures and are captured to create images. You may be asked to change positions or hold your breath for short periods to get clearer images. Completion: The gel is wiped off, and you can usually resume normal activities immediately after the test.

REMS (Radiofrequency Echographic Multi Spectrometry)

Radiation-free technology for assessing bone density and quality on the lumbar vertebrae and proximal femur through revolutionary approach to characterise bone microarchitecture using radio frequency signals acquired during a simple ultrasound scan.

The method overcomes all the main limitations of DXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) and QUS (Quantitative Bone Ultrasound). cutting-edge, non-invasive diagnostic technique used for assessing bone health, particularly for diagnosing osteoporosis and evaluating fracture risk.

Purpose

SCREENING FOR OSTEOPOROSIS:

Especially in postmenopausal women and older adults.

MONITORING BONE HEALTH:

In patients with known osteoporosis or osteopenia.

ASSESSMENT OF FRACTURE RISK:

For individuals with risk factors for bone fractures.

EVALUATION OF BONE HEALTH IN SPECIAL POPULATIONS:

Such as those on long-term steroid therapy or with chronic diseases affecting bone metabolism.

How the Test is Performed

  1. The patient typically lies down comfortably on an examination table.
  2. The area to be examined, usually the lumbar spine or hip, is exposed.
  3. A water-based gel is applied to the skin over the area to be scanned to facilitate the transmission of ultrasound waves.
  4. The ultrasound scan takes just 80 seconds for the spine and 40 seconds for the temur
  5. The REMS software analyses the ultrasound data to assess bone mineral density (BMD) and micro-architectural properties of the bone.
  6. It evaluates various parameters that are crucial for determining bone strength and fracture risk.
  7. A detailed report is generated, indicating the bone density and providing an assessment of osteoporosis or osteopenia if present.

Fatty Liver Scan

A Fatty Liver scan is a non-invasive procedure used to assess liver health, particularly in detecting and monitoring liver fibrosis and steatosis (fatty liver). It uses transient elastography technology to measure the stiffness and fat content of the liver tissue. It is valued for being quick, painless, and repeatable, allowing for regular monitoring of liver health in patients with chronic liver conditions

Purpose

1. Diagnose Fatty Liver Disease: Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) or Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD)

2. Assess Severity of Steatosis: Provides a quantitative measure of liver fat content

3. Detect Liver Fibrosis: assesses liver stiffness, which correlates with fibrosis. This is crucial in identifying the progression from simple steatosis to more advanced liver conditions like non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), fibrosis, or cirrhosis.

4. Early Detection and Prevention: Early detection of liver fat and fibrosis allows for timely interventions that can prevent the progression to more severe liver diseases like cirrhosis or liver cancer.

How the Test is Performed

1. Preparation:

  • The patient usually lies on their back with their right arm raised above their head to expose the right side of the abdomen where the liver is located.
  • No special preparation is typically needed, although fasting for a few hours before the scan may be recommended.

2.  Device and Method:

  • The FibroTouch device resembles an ultrasound machine with a specialized probe.
  • The probe emits a painless low-frequency vibration and ultrasound waves into the liver.
  • These waves create shear waves in the liver tissue, and the speed at which these waves travel correlates with tissue stiffness.

3. Measurement:

  • Liver Stiffness Measurement (LSM): The primary output is the liver stiffness value, expressed in kilopascals (kPa). Higher stiffness values indicate greater degrees of

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