{"id":2556,"date":"2024-08-07T18:09:57","date_gmt":"2024-08-07T18:09:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/exames\/ultrasound\/bladder-ultrasound-via-suprapubic-access"},"modified":"2026-01-30T11:50:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T11:50:54","slug":"bladder-ultrasound-via-suprapubic-access","status":"publish","type":"exames","link":"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/en\/exams\/ultrasound\/bladder-ultrasound-via-suprapubic-access","title":{"rendered":"Bladder ultrasound via suprapubic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suprapubic bladder ultrasound is a simple, quick, and non-invasive imaging exam that allows a detailed assessment of the bladder. It is frequently used to investigate urinary changes, difficulty urinating, or suspected infections, helping with the early diagnosis of various conditions. Because it does not use ionizing radiation, it is considered safe at all ages, including for children and pregnant women.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What is a Suprapubic Bladder Ultrasound and what is it for?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bladder ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves emitted by a probe. These waves travel through the tissues and are reflected back, producing real-time images of the bladder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At X-Clinic, ultrasounds are performed using the latest technology, with high-resolution digital ultrasound equipment, including three-dimensional technology and real-time 3D viewing (4D), color Doppler, and panoramic imaging.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a simple, safe, harmless, and painless technique, indicated to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assess the shape, volume, and walls of the bladder;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify thickening or lesions in the bladder wall;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evaluate the presence of stones, masses, or diverticula;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Measure residual urine volume after urination;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support the diagnosis of urinary infections or inflammation;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among other medical indications.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What is the price of a Suprapubic Bladder Ultrasound?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The price of a suprapubic bladder ultrasound is \u20ac50 for private patients. However, X-Clinic has the following agreements:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ADSE (the patient only pays a co-payment of \u20ac6), ADM GNR, SAD PSP;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insurance companies:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> M\u00e9dis, Multicare, Advance Care, Allianz, Sa\u00fade Prime, Future HealthCare, SS CGD, SAMS Quadros, SAMS, Montepio, RNA, Generali, Mudum, MGEN, Aegon, Vit\u00f3ria, Una Seguros, other insurers;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Health Plans:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Medicare, Sa\u00fade Prime, Future HealthCare, Continente Wells, ACP, other health plans. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The final price may vary depending on the health system or insurance you wish to use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How is it performed?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bladder ultrasound is always performed via the suprapubic approach. The patient lies on an examination table in a dimly lit room to facilitate image interpretation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The doctor applies a transparent gel to the lower abdominal skin, allowing proper transmission of the ultrasound waves and easier probe movement. The moving images are viewed in real time on a screen and interpreted by the specialist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exam lasts approximately 10 to 20 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1673 size-full\" title=\"Suprapubic Bladder Ultrasound\" src=\"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ecografia-vesical-supra-pubica.jpg\" alt=\"Suprapubic Bladder Ultrasound\" width=\"1204\" height=\"738\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ecografia-vesical-supra-pubica.jpg 1204w, https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ecografia-vesical-supra-pubica-300x184.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ecografia-vesical-supra-pubica-1024x628.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ecografia-vesical-supra-pubica-768x471.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1204px) 100vw, 1204px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>What does it detect?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suprapubic bladder ultrasound allows a detailed evaluation of the bladder and the identification of several changes. It can show whether there is thickening or irregularities of the bladder wall, detect stones (lithiasis) inside the bladder, and identify the presence of masses such as tumors or polyps. The exam also highlights bladder diverticula, signs of inflammation or infection, and measures how much urine remains after urination (post-void residual). In addition to the initial diagnosis, this method is very useful for follow-up in patients with known urological conditions and for surveillance after surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>When is it recommended?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suprapubic bladder ultrasound may be recommended in situations such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty urinating or fully emptying the bladder;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suspected recurrent urinary tract infection;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood in the urine (hematuria);<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pelvic pain or discomfort;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow-up of urological diseases (e.g., neurogenic bladder);<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assessment of bladder stones or suspicious masses;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitoring after urological surgery;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among other situations.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Preparation for Suprapubic Bladder Ultrasound<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To perform the exam, you need to drink <\/span><b>1 liter of water one hour beforehand<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, without urinating, to ensure the bladder is full. This allows a better visualization of its structure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should also bring any previous exams, if available, as well as the exam prescription.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Where to do it?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bladder ultrasound can be performed at <\/span><b>X-Clinic <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Av. Eng. Duarte Pacheco, n\u00ba26 &#8211; Intermediate floor, 1070-110 Lisbon) or at<\/span><b> NRD <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Avenida Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro, n\u00ba 11-B, ground floor, 1070 &#8211; 060 Lisbon &#8211; Next to Pra\u00e7a de Espanha)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3166\" src=\"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ecografo-xclinic.jpg\" alt=\"X-Clinic ultrasound machine\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ecografo-xclinic.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ecografo-xclinic-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":2554,"menu_order":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-2556","exames","type-exames","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/exames\/2556","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/exames"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/exames"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/exames\/2554"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2556"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}