Modern medicine has at its disposal a long list of all kinds of research, which makes it very clear to diagnose many diseases. Increasing completeness and clarity, thanks to constantly improving technology, receives ultrasound, which is usually used to monitor the condition of internal organs.
What shows the ultrasound of the adrenal glands?
The ultrasound of the adrenal glands gives a complete picture of the state of the endocrine glands (adrenal glands). Due to this type of research it is possible to prevent the development of cancerous and benign tumors, inflammatory processes, hematomas, hyperplasia, dysfunction and other ailments.
How do the ultrasound of the adrenal glands?
This type of research requires more preparation from the patient for greater accuracy. Preparation for ultrasound of the adrenal glands is as follows:
- Three days before the examination, the researcher should begin to adhere to a special, eliminating the formation of slags, a cleansing diet . You can eat vegetables, fruits, beans, cereals, seeds and nuts, bread from wholemeal. From sweet only honey and dried fruits are allowed. Excludes any fatty foods. From drinks you can use only home-made natural juices and herbal teas.
- Dinner on the night before should be easy. After that, there is nothing to eat, as the study is performed on an empty stomach.
- In the morning before the test, it is necessary to take a laxative (on the recommendation of a doctor) for cleaning the intestines .
The study of the adrenal glands is most easily performed in children and patients with a thin build. To obtain a better visualization of the patients being studied, it is not recommended to put on the eve of an enema and to eat foods that can cause gas production.
Now you can describe the process itself, how is the ultrasound of the adrenal gland:
- The patient's position during the examination can be lying on the back, abdomen or on the side, as well as standing.
- On the bare skin in the field of research, a special gel is applied and spread over the surface.
- Ultrasound begins with the definition of the right kidney, the right lobe of the liver and the inferior vena cava. It is in the triangular area between these elements is the right adrenal gland.
- Then go to the left adrenal gland. It is best seen from the position of lying on the right side.
Normally, the ultrasound of the adrenal glands is not visible, but if a tumor is formed, the patient's adrenal gland is visualized.