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What abnormalities can be detected on a pelvic ultrasound?

A pelvic ultrasound can be used to detect abnormalities and diagnose conditions, including:

● Abnormalities of the uterine structure and endometrial conditions

● Fibroid tumors

● Pelvic inflammatory disease

● The presence of an IUD

● Bleeding after menopause

● Problems with the prostate gland

An ultrasound is also an important tool used for monitoring pregnancy and fertility treatments. An ultrasound is often used during procedures such as:

● Detecting ectopic pregnancy

● Monitoring fetal growth and positioning

● Evaluating some fetal conditions, like the presence of twins or developmental abnormalities

● Assessing ovarian follicle size to determine fertility status

● Aspirating eggs and follicle fluid during in vitro fertilization treatments

* Savings estimate based on a study of more than 1 billion claims comparing self-pay (or cash pay) prices of a frequency-weighted market basket of procedures to insurer-negotiated rates for the same. Claims were collected between July 2017 and July 2019. R.Lawrence Van Horn, Arthur Laffer, Robert L.Metcalf. 2019. The Transformative Potential for Price Transparency in Healthcare: Benefits for Consumers and Providers. Health Management Policy and Innovation, Volume 4, Issue 3.

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