Female Transvaginal Pelvic Ultrasound
A transvaginal pelvic ultrasound is an internal scan that provides high-resolution images of the uterus, endometrium, ovaries, and surrounding pelvic structures. It is especially effective for diagnosing fibroids, cysts, irregular bleeding, and fertility issues, and is often performed when abdominal scanning provides limited detail.
What is a transvaginal pelvic ultrasound?
This internal ultrasound scan involves gently inserting a slim, lubricated probe into the vaginal canal to capture clear images of:
- Uterus – size, fibroids, structural abnormalities
- Endometrium (womb lining) – thickness, pattern, irregularities
- Ovaries – follicles, cysts, or polycystic appearance
- Pelvic structures – including free fluid, adhesions, or inflammation
This method offers sharper, more detailed imaging than transabdominal scans, particularly in early pregnancy or gynaecological evaluation.
Why consider a private transvaginal scan?
You may benefit from this scan if you have:
- Irregular, painful, or heavy menstrual bleeding
- Infertility investigations
- Monitoring of ovarian cysts or fibroids
- Postmenopausal bleeding
- Endometrial thickness assessment
- Confirming early pregnancy viability
Advantages of private ultrasound:
- Safe and radiation-free
- More accurate than external scan for fine detail
- No referral required
- Consultant sonographer report provided
- Ideal for fertility and menstrual health assessment
Symptoms or concerns that may require this scan
Consider this scan if you are experiencing:
- Chronic or acute pelvic pain
- Intermenstrual or postmenopausal bleeding
- Trouble conceiving or undergoing IVF
- Suspected or monitored fibroids, cysts, or polyps
- Bloating or pelvic pressure sensation
- Early pregnancy bleeding or viability check
What can this ultrasound detect?
- Uterine fibroids or structural changes
- Endometrial abnormalities (hyperplasia, polyps)
- Ovarian cysts or polycystic ovaries (PCOS)
- Fluid in the pelvis or signs of inflammation
- Retained products of conception (post-miscarriage)
- Ectopic pregnancy or early pregnancy monitoring
- Congenital uterine anomalies
Preparing for your transvaginal scan
Preparation instructions:
- Bladder should be empty
- No special fasting required
- Performed in a private, comfortable clinical setting
- You may opt to have a chaperone present
- Scan time: ~15–20 minutes
Inform the team if:
- You are menstruating or on fertility medication
- You have pain during examinations or have had pelvic surgery
- You prefer to postpone the scan due to personal comfort
How it works
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Results
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