A transvaginal, or endovaginal, ultrasound is a safe, straightforward way for doctors to examine the internal organs of the female pelvic region. Transvaginal ultrasounds typically do not cause pain.

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Many women get a transvaginal ultrasound in their first trimester. At this stage of your pregnancy, they're more accurate than abdominal ultrasounds. If you have any complications during pregnancy, ...

Transvaginal ultrasounds are solidly on the list of medical procedures no one wants but you’ll probably need at some point anyway. This type of ultrasound can be useful if your doctor needs to get a ...

Transvaginal mesh products are sometimes used to repair stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and pelvic organ prolapse (POP), conditions that can often occur following childbirth or as a patient ages.

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Transvaginal ultrasound is a diagnostic radiological procedure that helps in understanding the structures of the female pelvic organs like uterus, cervix and ovaries and shows up any abnormal growth ...

Pregnancy scans can be exciting yet nerve-wracking, especially during the first trimester when everything is new. And, Ultrasounds are a common part of prenatal care. They help doctors check on the ...

An ultrasound test uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of your internal organs. Imaging tests can identify abnormalities and help doctors diagnose conditions. “Transvaginal” means ...