Abdominal ultrasound is a safe, noninvasive, and versatile screening tool that does not use radiation. It plays a pivotal role in evaluating abdominal disease. There are no contraindications.
What is an abdominal ultrasound?
An abdominal ultrasound, also known as a sonogram or abdominal sonography, is an imaging test that uses high-frequency sound waves to look at organs in the abdomen, including the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. The abdominal ultrasound can also view the inferior vena cava which is the largest vein in the body below the diaphragm that carries oxygen to the heart from the lower body, and the abdomen aorta, the largest artery in the body that supplies blood to the lower body.
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At Gastroenterology Associates of Brooklyn we offer a full range of treatments to correct any abnormalities found in diagnostic tests. These include medication, surgery, physical therapy, lifestyle modifications such as weight loss and diet changes, and other interventions tailored to each individual case. Our team of experienced doctors and Physician Assistants is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and the best possible outcomes for our patients.
We understand that a diagnosis of an abnormality on abdominal imaging can be unnerving, so we will take the time to explain your results in detail, answer any questions you may have, and provide support and guidance throughout the entire treatment process. Our goal is to help each patient achieve their best possible health outcomes.
Contact us to schedule a consultation when you or a loved one has abdominal pain and other symptoms that just don’t seem to resolve no matter what you do. We can help.