Transvaginal Ultrasound: What to Expect, Does It Hurt and How to Prepare
A transvaginal ultrasound gives the clearest view of the uterus and ovaries. What happens, whether it hurts, how to prepare, and what it can and cannot show.
Expert gynaecology articles from Dr Anastasia Mermigka, a female consultant gynaecologist at AristoGP, 1-5 Portpool Lane, London EC1N. Our blog covers fibroids, PCOS, endometriosis, menopause, ovarian cysts, pelvic pain and cervical screening. All articles are written or reviewed by a GMC-registered consultant. Private gynaecology appointments available same-week near Chancery Lane.
A transvaginal ultrasound gives the clearest view of the uterus and ovaries. What happens, whether it hurts, how to prepare, and what it can and cannot show.
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