UPPER ABDOMINAL ULTRASOUND

Ultrasonography is pivotal in the diagnosis of abdominal organs in patients presenting with abdominal pain, digestive disturbances (nausea, anorexia, gastrointestinal alterations), and various acute and chronic pathological processes.

Ultrasound exploration of the upper abdominal region involves examination of the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen structures. Ultrasonographic characterization of the liver enables a precise assessment of its morphological attributes. A typical hepatic ultrasonographic appearance reflects the parenchymal homogeneity, fine texture with prominent visualization of vascular and biliary structures. An invaluable feature of ultrasonography is its ability to predict pathological structural alterations in the liver even before the manifestation of severe clinical symptoms, thus paving the way for early interventional treatment.

During gallbladder examination, the primary diagnostic intent is the detection of thickened walls, indicating cholecystitis, and the identification of the presence of concretions. Ultrasonographic analysis of the gallbladder also demonstrates the potential to identify early signs of biliary stagnation and prevent the development of pathological contents within the organ.

Proper preparation for ultrasonographic examination of the pancreas allows for optimal imaging of this organ. Using ultrasonography, it’s feasible to initiate diagnosis immediately upon noticing the first clinical indicators of digestive disorders or laboratory anomalies, ensuring appropriate subsequent treatment.

Ultrasonographic analysis of the spleen provides us with crucial information about the etiology of splenomegaly. In abdominal traumas, ultrasound serves to assess the extent of spleen damage and determine adequate therapeutic measures.