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Gallbladder Ultrasound
The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ of about 7 to 10 cm in length and 4 cm in width. It is situated just underneath the liver and the right side of the abdomen. It stores the liver’s bile and releases it when necessary to aid the digestive process. A gallbladder scan is a painless and non-invasive examination for diagnosing disorders related to the gallbladder. The test takes around 15 to 20 minutes and requires no specific preparation.
The doctor may suggest dietary restrictions for some hours before the test. For gallbladder ultrasound, a technician lubricates the abdomen with a gel and places a hand-held transducer over it that transmits high-frequency sound waves through the gallbladder. The process creates authentic images of the gallbladder, making it easier for the doctor to diagnose diseases and discover the underlying cause of problems.
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Why perform Gallbladder Ultrasounds
A specialist can order a gallbladder ultrasound if there is a suspicion of gallbladder disease or diagnose several other conditions. It can help test for gallstones, hardened deposits in the bile leading to pain in the abdomen, back, and shoulder, and nausea. Another condition requiring a gallbladder ultrasound is cholecystitis (an inflamed or infected gallbladder). Gallbladder cancer, empyema, polyps, perforation, and porcelain gallbladder are other conditions requiring a gallbladder ultrasound.
Ultrasounds are one of the most used methods to detect gallbladder abnormalities. Some factors can affect the ultrasound accuracy. These include eating or drinking 2 to 8 hours before the scan, liver disease, and fasting for more than 24 hours. If the patient has any concerns or specific medical conditions, discussing them with the medical practitioner before proceeding with the ultrasound is best. There is no recovery time needed after the ultrasound. The doctor reviews the results and devises an appropriate treatment plan based on the results.