What is it?
Bladder ultrasound aims to assess the structure, wall and density of the bladder.
Ultrasound uses high-frequency ultrasounds emitted by a probe and transmitted through the tissues that reflect them to form an image of the region being examined.
Bladder ultrasound is a simple, safe, harmless and painless technique.
Ultrasounds are carried out with the latest technology, on top-of-the-range high-resolution digital ultrasound equipment, including three-dimensional technology and the option of real-time 3D visualization – 4D, Color Doppler, and panoramic imaging.
High-resolution digital ultrasonic consoles are capable of using fully electronic multi-frequency probes.
How is it done?
Bladder ultrasound is performed supra-pubically.
You will be lying on a table in a dimly lit room to make it easier to read the images.
Next, a gel will be applied to the skin in the lower abdomen to allow the ultrasound to be transmitted.
This scan provides moving images, controlled via a screen.
Preparation for bladder ultrasound
Drink 1 liter of water 1 hour before the test.
Agreements and Prices of Blader Ultrasound
- ADSE (user only pays a co-payment of €5.8), ADM GNR, SAD PSP;
- Insurers: Médis, Multicare, Advance Care, Allianz, Saúde Prime, Future HealthCare, SS CGD, SAMS Quadros, SAMS, Montepio, RNA, Generali, Mudum, MGEN, Aegon, Vitória, Una Seguros, other insurers;
- Health plans: Medicare, Saúde Prime, Future HealthCare, Continente Wells, ACP, other health plans.
The price varies depending on the health system or insurance you want to use.
Where to do it?
Bladder ultrasound can be done at X-Clinic (Av. Eng. Duarte Pacheco, nº26 – Middle floor, 1070-110 Lisboa) or at NRD (Avenida Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro, nº 11-B, r/c, 1070 – 060 Lisboa – Junto à Praça de Espanha)
