Soft tissue ultrasound is an imaging diagnostic method that uses high-frequency sound waves to capture and reconstruct the structures of soft tissues in the body, such as muscles, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, and connective tissues. This is a useful technique for detecting injuries or abnormalities in soft tissues.
Indications:
Soft tissue injuries: sprains, muscle strains, ligament injuries, tendon tears.
Soft tissue inflammation: tendonitis, bursitis, myositis, muscle abscesses, connective tissue inflammation.
Soft tissue tumors: benign or malignant tumors in soft tissues.
Hematomas and cystic lesions: evaluate the condition of hematomas or cystic lesions.
Vascular injuries: check the condition of blood vessels supplying soft tissues.
Ultrasound procedure:
1. Preparation: Patients do not need special preparation before the ultrasound. It is recommended to wear loose, comfortable clothing to easily access the area to be examined.
2. Conducting the ultrasound: The doctor applies gel to the area to be examined and then moves the probe over the skin. Sound waves will reflect from the tissues, creating images displayed on the ultrasound screen.
3. Result evaluation: Ultrasound images show soft tissues and related structures, helping doctors accurately diagnose the condition of injuries or abnormalities.
Benefits:
Non-invasive: The procedure is safe, painless, and does not require anesthesia.
Accurate diagnosis: Helps detect early injuries or abnormalities, enabling timely and effective treatment.
Quick procedure: Performed quickly, providing diagnostic information to the patient and doctor promptly.