What is it?
The principle of ultrasonography is based on the emission and reception of ultrasound waves on a probe which is connected to a computer system. The latter receives information from a part of the human body in the form of waves, processes the signal and transforms it into images that can be visualised by both the radiologist and patient.
A gel is applied by the radiologist on the part of the body to be examined in order to allow for the transmission of ultrasound waves through the skin.
Ultrasonography is particularly suitable for the study of soft tissues and organs (e.g.: tendons, liver, bladder, etc).
Preparation
You must bring along the following for your investigation:
- Your prescription
- Your past radiological investigation reports
- The contact details of your insurance company
Preparation is necessary for certain investigations:
- For the upper abdomen, you must fast for 4 hours before the investigation.
- For the kidneys and urinary tracts as well as for investigations of the entire abdomen, we request that you fast for 4 hours beforehand and also have a full bladder.
Procedure
The ultrasound investigation is non-invasive and does not use radiation.
It is of relatively short duration, less than 30 minutes. It will be performed by the radiologist, sometimes with the assistance of a radiology technician.
You will be comfortably positioned in the ultrasonography room; ultrasound gel will be applied to the region that is to be investigated.
You will be with the radiologist for the entire duration of the investigation and you can therefore discuss with him.
Results
As from the following day, the diagnosis will be transmitted to the prescribing physician who will receive a detailed report by fax or telephone.
We will give you an internet access which makes it possible for you to visualize your images and read the medical report.
In future, you will also be able to request for the report as well as the images for up to 10 years after your investigation.
Our Machines
The Versoix Imaging Centre has the latest generation à définir
Based on the latest technological advances in signal processing à compléter.
Investigations performed
Osteoarticular
- Joint ultrasound
- Soft tissue ultrasound
- Evaluation for rheumatism
Urogenital
- Male reproductive system ultrasound (prostate, testis)
- Female reproductive system ultrasound (uterus, ovary)
- Ultrasound of the urinary tract (Kidneys, bladder)
ORL
- Ultrasound of the thyroid gland
- Ultrasound of the neck and soft tissues
- Ultrasound of the salivary glands
Senology
- Complete breast evaluation, breast and armpit ultrasound
Vascular
- Venous Doppler for detecting clots
- Arterial doppler of the neck or kidneys
Paediatrics
- Ultrasound of the infant (hip)
Interventional
- Joint infiltration
- Breast aspiration
- Joint/soft tissue aspiration
