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What are the normal results of endorectal ultrasound?
Normal results of endorectal ultrasound include a normal thickness of the rectal wall, absence of masses or lesions, and normal lymph nodes. The presence of any abnormalities such as tumors, polyps, or abnormal thickening of the rectal wall may indicate underlying issues that need further evaluation.
What is ERUS?
Endorectal ultrasound
What is Endorectal ultrasound?
Endorectal ultrasound (ERUS) is a procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum and high frequency sound waves (ultrasound waves) are generated
What does an Endorectal ultrasound produce?
A sonogram
Who uses Endorectal ultrasound?
The population in which this procedure is normally done is elderly
Does Endorectal ultrasound have aftercare?
Since ERUS is a minor invasive procedure, there is no aftercare
What further exams might follow abnormal results from a pelvic ultrasound?
These results may suggest further diagnostic procedures, or surgical or pharmacological treatment.
How does one prepare for an Endorectal ultrasound?
The patient must evacuate the bowels completely before the procedure is done. This usually is assisted though the use of several enemas
Does Endorectal ultrasound diagnose cancer?
ERUS is used as a diagnostic procedure in rectal cancer to determine stage of the tumor and as a post-radiation, presurgical examination to assess extent of tumor shrinkage
What characteristics does an abnormal eye and orbit ultrasound have?
An abnormal eye and orbit ultrasound may show irregularities in the size and shape of the eye, presence of tumors or masses, fluid accumulation, inflammation, or changes in the optic nerve. It can also reveal abnormalities in the eye muscles, blood vessels, and surrounding tissues that may indicate conditions such as glaucoma, retinal detachment, or thyroid eye disease. Additional imaging studies or tests may be needed to further evaluate the findings.
What are abnormal results of a percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography?
Abnormal results for a percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography are enlargement of bile ducts.
What characteristics does a normal transvaginal ultrasound have?
In non-pregnant women, these abnormal results may include: cancerous tumors or non-cancerous growths of the uterus, ovaries, vagina, or other pelvic structures ovarian torsion infections such as PID congenital malformations. In pregnant.
