Ovulation monitoring
The first examination on days 8–10 of the cycle shows a dominant follicle; further visits after 1–2 days monitor its growth (the norm is 1.5–2 mm per day) to 18–22 mm, after which signs of ovulation are recorded: disappearance of the follicle, corpus luteum, fluid behind the uterus; In parallel, endometrial maturation is assessed. Lack of growth or ovulation (persistence, luteinization) explains infertility and determines treatment - stimulation of ovulation with the same monitoring. The abdominal option is suitable with good visualization; more precisely, vaginal folliculometry.
Indications
- pain in the lower abdomen, cycle disorders, heavy menstruation;
- fibroids, cysts and ovarian formations, endometriosis, polyps - detection and control;
- infertility - folliculometry, ovulation, endometrium;
- pregnancy - confirmation, timing, heartbeat, Doppler;
- preventive examination once a year.
Why ultrasound
Ultrasound is a safe imaging method without radiation: suitable for children, pregnant women and for repeated monitoring. The doctor sees organs in real time, assesses their structure, size and blood flow (in Doppler mode), and a conclusion with measurements is issued immediately after the study. The information content depends on the training and experience of the specialist; In the clinics below, ultrasound examinations are performed by ultrasound diagnostic doctors using expert-class devices.
