What t o expec t du r i ng you r exam

Scrotal UltrasoundUltrasound imaging of the scrotum uses sound waves to produce pictures of a male's testicles and surrounding

tissues. It is the primary method used to help evaluate disorders of the testicles, epididymis and scrotum.

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Scrotal Ultrasoundis commonly used to detect...

Trauma in scrotal areaCauses of testicularpain or swellingCause of inferti l i tyUndescended testisTesticular torsionTumor

The P ro cedu reUltrasound imaging of the scrotumprovides pictures of a male'stesticles and the surroundingtissues. Most ultrasound exams arepainless, fast and easily tolerated.Ultrasound imaging of the scrotumis usually completed within 15 to 30minutes, though sometimes moretime is necessary.

Pos i t i on i ngYou will lie face-up on an examtable that can be tilted or moved.You may be turned to either side toimprove the quality of the images.

Bene f i t sExtremely safe and does not useradiation. Gives a clear picture ofsoft tissues that do not show up wellon x-ray images. Provides real-timeimaging, making it a good tool forguiding minimally invasiveprocedures such as needlebiopsies and fluid aspiration.

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Before your procedure, you may be asked to fill out a screening form asking about anything that might create a health risk orinterfere with imaging. You may also undergo an interview to review your medical conditions.

Reports will be available in your Patient Portal or at your nearest DCA center five business days after exam.

How to p r epa re f o r you r exam

Ea t i ngDepending on the type of exam,you will be instructed on what youmay eat or drink beforehand.

Med i ca lNo medical restrictions.

Med i ca t i onNo medication restrictions.

C lo t h i ngNo jewelry. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. You may be askedto change into a gown.

Ch i l d r enIf your son is undergoing theexamination, explain the procedureto him. In most cases, you will beable to accompany him into theexamination room for support andreassurance. Babies undergoing theexamination might cry, but thisshould not interfere with theprocedure.

Your specific exam prep will be provided at the time of scheduling and also sent to your email address on file.

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