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Diagnostic Ultrasound
Diagnostic ultrasound is a medical imaging technique that uses ultrasounds to obtain diagnostic images of different parts of the body. Diagnostic ultrasound is a non-invasive, painless imaging procedure that has no known side effects. The ultrasounds (high frequency sound waves) emitted by a probe, are transmitted into the tissues and are reflected as sound waves that are captured and analyzed using a computer to create images.
Diagnostic ultrasound allows a non-invasive and quick diagnosis of some abdominal organs (liver, kidneys, spleen, pancreas, etc.), the thyroid gland, the prostate, the breast and even the heart.
During the examination, a clear water-based gel is applied to the skin and the probe moves over the body part to be examined. An ultrasound examination takes about 15 to 30 minutes.
The indications for diagnostic ultrasound are numerous :
- suspicion of gallstones and kidney stones
- morphological study of the thyroid
- early pregnancy (less than 10 weeks) to confirm the viability of the fetus
- screening for breast, ovarian and prostate cancer
- visualization of the heart to identify abnormal structures or malfunction
- Doppler ultrasound allows the analysis of blood flow through the heart, kidneys, blood vessels
- Muscular, tendon or joint injuries
Diagnostic Ultrasound at Physimed
Physimed’s Medical Imaging Center is equipped with a Toshiba Aplio XG ultrasound system, which can perform a variety of ultrasound applications. Many imaging functions are available on Toshiba Aplio XG, such as advanced contour tracking, contrast enhancement, increased Doppler sensitivity and resolution and panoramic zoom, for the best possible views of anatomical structures.
The costs of ultrasound examinations are not covered by the RAMQ, but are generally reimbursed by private insurance companies.
If you have a prescription for an ultrasound examination, you can call 514 747-8192 to book an appointment. We will quickly forward your results to your physician.
