Table of Contents
- Overview
- Results
- Risks
- Prevention
- Images
Ultrasound - abdomen; Abdominal sonogram
Normal Values
The organs examined appear normal.
What abnormal results mean
The meaning of abnormal results depends on the organ being examined and the type of problem. Talk to your health care provider if you have any questions or concerns.
An abdominal ultrasound can reveal many possible conditions, including:
- Abdominal aortic aneurysm
Abscess Appendicitis Cholecystitis Gallstones Hydronephrosis Kidney stones - Spleen enlargement (
splenomegaly ) -
Pancreatitis (infection in pancreas)
Images
Kidney anatomy
Ultrasound in pregnancy
Abdominal ultrasound
Kidney - blood and urine flow
Abdominal ultrasound
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Abdominal ultrasound Risks
Review Date: 11/21/2010
Reviewed By: David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of
General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington
School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical
Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
