The principle of transabdominal ultrasound of the prostate

Transabdominal ultrasound of an inflamed prostate is one of the most modern methods for determining the pathological degree of an organ disease. The method of ultrasound examination is based on sound waves sent by special devices, which tend to be reflected from different muscle tissues of the prostate gland in different ways.

Using the Transabdominal ultrasound technique, medical researchers can talk about the performance of the prostate gland, determine the presence of pathologies, as well as possible newly formed oncological tumors. Also, the doctor can look at the ultrasound result and determine the tendencies for recovery, in the case when there is a need - to adjust the therapy in time.

Transabdominal ultrasound of the prostate gland is painless, as well as the most accessible method, in which there are absolutely no unpleasant sensations for a man, but in fact it is one of the initial methods for diagnosing prostate pathologies.

Due to the low sensitivity of scanners, it is impossible to measure the entire tissue structure, as well as its changes. TAUSI allows using an ultrasound technique to check the size of the prostate gland, volumes and location, as an organ in the vicinity of other organs of the small pelvis.

General characteristics of ultrasound techniques

In order to efficiently examine the prostate gland in time using two methods: transabdominal ultrasound of the prostate gland, as well as transrectal. Conducting transabdominal ultrasound of the prostate, the devices scan organs through the abdominal cavity, and the transrectal ultrasound technique detects the insertion of sensors into the rectal region.

With the use of this research technique, harmful radiation does not enter the body, unlike the X-ray method. Therefore, using ultrasound, you can use it as often as required by making accurate diagnoses or therapy.

Symptoms for which transabdominal ultrasound of the prostate is performed

Transabdominal ultrasound of the prostate is recommended for use in the presence of such symptoms:

• when a male has an excess amount of prostate-specific antigen in the plasma;
• if a man has an increased urge to urinate or vice versa, it becomes difficult to empty the bladder;
• when the doctor found a lump in the prostate gland with a manual rectal examination.

The TAUSI method has no contraindications.

Pathologies that can be diagnosed using transabdominal ultrasound of the prostate

Adenomas. If a male has difficulty urinating, as well as pain in the lower abdomen, the doctor immediately suspects a tumor in the prostate gland. If pathology is present, transabdominal ultrasound of the prostate through the abdominal cavity will present an enlarged gland with nodules at the top. Residual urine will also be present.

Cancer of the prostate area. Very often, this pathology initially tends to develop asymptomatically, therefore people in threat groups (people of middle age) are required to be examined by the TAUS method of the prostate every year. The result, at which cancer is detected, is similar to the result of an adenoma, therefore, it will be necessary to pass a number of tests, as well as use a biopsy needle to collect tissue.

Inflammation of the prostate gland. It is caused by the inflammatory process of the prostate area. The TAUSI method will show a noticeable increase in the size of the gland.

Presence of a prostate cyst. Using the technique of transabdominal ultrasound of the prostate, the exact location of the cyst, as well as its size, is determined.

TAUSI is used by medical researchers of the urological field to diagnose pathologies of the organs of the seminal sac, such as varicocele, tumor, hydrocele.

How to properly prepare for transabdominal ultrasound

It is important to remember that an hour before the transabdominal ultrasound of the prostate, a male individual must definitely consume at least one liter of non-canned, non-carbonated liquid.

Before the TAUSI itself, it is necessary to empty the rectum by the method of defecation, as well as cleansing enema with warm water. Ready-made enema complexes can be purchased at the pharmacy. You can take laxatives.

Smoking, sucking lollipops, chewing gum is prohibited, as these actions can cause spasm of the gastric tract and other organs. Before the examination, it is necessary to inform the attending physician about those ultrasounds that were performed earlier, six months before the transabdominal ultrasound examination.

If, during previous examinations, procedures with the use of an X-ray took place, it means that a contrast agent was used. Then, at the same time, the attending physician will have to correct the data that he will receive as a result of the transabdominal examination in order to avoid an error in determining the diagnosis.

For a transabdominal ultrasound session, it is necessary to prepare loose-fitting clothes so that later movements are free, and the body is not squeezed. Medical researchers conduct the examination if the patient observes the rule of not eating food before the ultrasound scan.

If the patient has diabetes, he can eat a slice of white bread, as well as drink unsweetened tea. An absolute correction of the diet is necessary so as to include the obligatory use of cereals (buckwheat, barley), lean beef, poultry, boiled sea fish, eggs, low-fat cheese, liquid with a volume of at least one and a half liters.

What foods are prohibited before TAUSI?

To prepare for a transabdominal ultrasound, it is necessary to exclude the use of such foods:

• bread, muffins (buns, cookies);
• legumes;
• milk and dairy products;
• alcoholic beverages;
• sugar, chocolate, sweets;
• fatty meats.

If it is incorrect or negligent to prepare for a transabdominal ultrasound examination, it is possible that the result will be distorted due to incorrect visualization on the monitor screen.

How is the procedure going

To undergo the examination, a man needs to lie on his back, and doctors will use special devices to make pressing movements along the abdominal cavity. In this case, special attention should be paid to the area of location of the prostate gland, urethra, urethra.

According to the standard, transabdominal ultrasound of the prostate gland is used for initial diagnosis and determination with further actions for further drug treatment. This factor is associated with the lack of transabdominal examination - at an early stage of pathology, its detection is almost impossible, since TAUSI devices are not very sensitive.