Ultrasound is a common diagnostic test that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images (sonograms) of organs, tissues or blood flow inside the body.

 

At Highgate Hospital we have a dedicated ultrasound facility providing state-of-the-art equipment and a speedy and personal service to patients requiring ultrasound investigations.  Images and CDs of scans are provided to all patients.

 

Ultrasound scans take between 15-30 minutes and may be conducted for a variety of reasons including:

 

• confirmation of pregnancy

• pelvic pain or unexplained bleeding

• severe nausea or vomiting

• to assess dates and viability

• possible miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy

• baby growth measuring

• fetal wellbeing and anomaly scans

• nuchal fold screening for Down’s Sydrome.

• pelvic pain

• heavy, irregular or no periods

• cancer screening

• fertility investigations.

• gall stones/gall bladder

• pancreas, liver and kidneys

• abdominal pain

• urinary problems

• cysts, tumours and infections

• testicular examinations.

• orthopaedic and trauma

• sports injuries

• breast

• vascular scans to detect DVT

• scanning of the carotid artery

• scanning of the thyroid.

 

Sonographer – Mr G Cochrane
Sonographer – Mrs F Turner

 

A referral letter from your GP or Consultant is usually required.  For further information or to book a scan, please call 020 8341 4182.