The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road, SW1W 8RH London
Private Ultrasound Scan
BOOK A PRIVATE ULTRASOUND IMAGING SCAN IN LONDON, BIRMINGHAM OR MANCHESTER
An ultrasound scan is a common scan that uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of organs, tissue or blood flow inside the body.
What does an ultrasound tell us?
An ultrasound can be used to help diagnose conditions, for guidance during a variety of procedures, such as biopsies and monitor the progress of unborn babies. As soundwaves are used rather than radiation, an ultrasound scan is believed to be a safe procedure.
This type of scan is carried out using a small handheld device called an ultrasound probe, which gives off high-frequency sound waves. These sound waves (which can't be heard) bounce off different parts of the body to create a moving image which is displayed on a monitor while the scan is carried out.
Our ultrasound technology
- An ultrasound is an non-invasive diagnostic technique, that is used across a wide range of medical specialties to investigate and detect any anomalies. Ultrasound technology can be used in:
Orthopaedics: Such as a musculoskeletal ultrasound used by sports and exercise specialists and orthopaedic consultants to assess and diagnose muscle tears/strains, nerves, and arthritis - Hepatology: Such as the Fibroscan® which measures how elastic or stiff your liver is, to assess scarring and damage
- Gastroenterology: Such as an endoscopic ultrasound which is an internal scan that allows a consultant to examine the organs and structures in the chest and abdomen
- Cardiac: Such as a doppler scan which is used to estimate the flow of blood through the blood vessels
- Gynaecology: Such as as a transvaginal ultrasound which assesses your pelvis for signs of any underlying gynaecology conditions
- Urology: Such as a renal ultrasound which helps check the size, shape and health of the bladder, kidneys and prostate
An Ultrasound scan during pregnancy
When you pregnant and ultrasound scan or sonogram is used by monitor the health of your baby at key stages of your pregnancy.
Our Ultrasound Scan locations
The Portland Hospital
205-209 Great Portland Street W1W 5AH London
The Wellington Hospital
8A Wellington Place NW8 9LE London
London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street SE1 2PR London
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street W1G 8BJ London
The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place W1U 5NY London
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.