Normal results after an endorectal ultrasound are normal, healthy tissues
A normal pelvic ultrasound may show the uterus, ovaries, and surrounding structures appearing normal in size, shape, and position. The endometrium may be of normal thickness, and there should be no abnormal masses or fluid collections present. Blood flow to the pelvic organs should be normal.
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Normal findings from a cardiac catheterization will indicate no abnormalities of heart chamber size or configuration, wall motion or thickness, the direction of blood flow, or motion of the valves.
The genotype of a person with normal red blood cells is usually AA, where both copies of the beta-globin gene are normal. This results in the production of normal hemoglobin and red blood cells.
The normal size of the liver on ultrasound can vary, but in adults, it is typically around 12-15 centimeters in length and 6-8 centimeters in width. The shape and texture of the liver should also be evaluated in addition to its size to determine overall liver health.
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
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Abnormal results range from any number of congenital deformities in the lining of the rectum to serious rectal cancers
The population in which this procedure is normally done is elderly
Since ERUS is a minor invasive procedure, there is no aftercare
The patient must evacuate the bowels completely before the procedure is done. This usually is assisted though the use of several enemas
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
Fetal abnormalities cannot be detected with 100% accuracy. A normal result does not necessarily guarantee that the fetus will be normal. The skill of the technician may be a mitigating factor.
A normal ultrasound scan would indicate a fully healthy eye. For therapeutic ultrasound, a normal result would be an improvement in the targeted condition, such as shrinking of a tumor or lessening of pressure inside the eye of a.
The technologist performing the ultrasound should consult with a radiologist or other physician if any questionable results appear.
As a diagnostic imaging technique, a normal abdominal ultrasound is one that indicates the absence of the suspected condition that prompted the scan