{"id":3349,"date":"2026-01-09T17:33:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T17:33:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/?post_type=exames&#038;p=3349"},"modified":"2026-02-20T14:14:42","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T14:14:42","slug":"suprapubic-prostate-ultrasound","status":"publish","type":"exames","link":"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/en\/exams\/ultrasound\/suprapubic-prostate-ultrasound","title":{"rendered":"Suprapubic Prostate Ultrasound"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suprapubic prostate ultrasound is a simple, safe and non-invasive imaging exam that allows assessment of the prostate through the lower abdominal wall using ultrasound. At X-Clinic, this exam is performed by specialist imaging doctors, using modern equipment and rigorous clinical interpretation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is frequently used as an initial exam in prostate assessment, particularly in patients with urinary symptoms, and also allows evaluation of the bladder and post-void residual urine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a Suprapubic Prostate Ultrasound and what is it for?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A suprapubic prostate ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to obtain images of the prostate through the abdominal region (above the pubic bone), without the need to insert probes into the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This exam is used to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assess prostate size and volume;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify structural prostate changes;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evaluate the urinary bladder and post-void residual urine;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support the diagnosis and follow-up of prostate conditions, particularly benign prostatic hyperplasia.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much does a Suprapubic Prostate Ultrasound cost?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The price of a suprapubic prostate ultrasound is <\/span><b>\u20ac60<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on a private basis. X-Clinic also has agreements with:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>ADSE<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (the patient only pays a co-payment of <strong>\u20ac7<\/strong>), 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, among others;<\/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, among others.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"14\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Protocols:<\/strong> X-Clinic has agreements with several clinics and institutions that allow you to have the exam done at very competitive rates. In the case of a suprapubic prostate ultrasound, the protocol price is \u20ac32.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The final price may vary depending on the healthcare system or insurance used.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How is it performed?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During a suprapubic prostate ultrasound, the patient lies on an examination table in a dimly lit room to facilitate image visualisation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The doctor applies a transparent gel to the lower abdominal region, allowing proper transmission of sound waves and smooth movement of the probe. The probe is placed on the skin above the pubic bone to obtain images of the prostate and the bladder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The images are viewed in real time on a monitor and interpreted by an imaging specialist. The exam usually lasts between <\/span><b>15 and 30 minutes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, depending on the clinical situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What does it detect?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suprapubic prostate ultrasound can detect:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased prostate volume (benign prostatic hyperplasia);<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changes in prostate shape or echogenicity;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prostatic calcifications;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bladder changes associated with urinary obstruction;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Measurement of post-void residual urine.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In which cases is it indicated?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This exam is indicated, among other situations, in cases of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Urinary symptoms (weak stream, difficulty urinating, urinary urgency, nocturia);<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suspected or known benign prostatic hyperplasia;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initial prostate assessment in men over 50 years of age;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow-up of known prostate conditions;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complementary evaluation in a urological context.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparing for a Suprapubic Prostate Ultrasound<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To obtain clearer images, this exam must be performed with a full bladder. You are advised to drink approximately <\/span><b>1 litre of water about 1 hour before the ultrasound<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and avoid urinating until the exam is completed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring previous exams (ultrasounds, tests and medical reports) and the exam referral, if available, as these help the doctor compare and interpret the results.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fasting is not required.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where to have it done?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A suprapubic prostate ultrasound can be performed at <\/span><b>X-Clinic<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Av. Eng. Duarte Pacheco, n\u00ba 26 \u2013 mezzanine 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, 1070-060 Lisbon \u2013 near Pra\u00e7a de Espanha).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3167 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ecografo-xclinic.jpg\" alt=\"Suprapubic Prostate Ultrasound \" 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-3349","exames","type-exames","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.xclinic.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/exames\/3349","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=3349"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}