Ultrasound examination of thyroid gland

Ultrasound examination of the thyroid gland is a non-invasive diagnostic method which, with the help of ultrasonic waves, provides data on the size, structure and projection of the thyroid gland. The review lasts 15-20 minutes.

INDICATIONS / WHY IT IS DONE?

• When examining stomach (dyspnoea), Hashimoto thyroiditis, other inflammation of the thyroid gland (infectious or autoimmune).

• In order to detect and test all benign and malignant tumors of the thyroid gland.

• For the purpose of emptying the glands on the thyroid gland and cystic changes.

• To assist in the performance of thyroid gland biopsy.

HOW IT IS PERFORMED?

The review lasts 15-20 minutes. The patient is on the bed for examination, after which the doctor puts a special gel on the surface of the ultrasound probe. The probe is a small plastic device that sends and receives ultrasound waves and is placed on the patient’s neck. Gel has the role of improving the conductivity of ultrasonic waves and eliminating air between the skin and the probe.

POTENTIAL RISKS

Ultrasound imaging of the thyroid gland is a completely safe and painless method that does not carry any risk.

PREPARATION

No need to prepare for recording.