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Ultrasound of soft tissues of the neck
This type of examination is often prescribed by specialists when inflammatory processes in this area are suspected. For example, if a preliminary examination by palpation revealed compactions and changes in the structure of the neck. Ultrasound examination of soft tissues of the neck allows visualization of carotid arteries, thyroid pathologies, trachea and muscles.
Ultrasound of soft tissues: what it shows
Ultrasound examination allows detection of hygromas, hemangiomas, lipomas, other neoplasms and pathological foci. Often, the category of ultrasound of soft tissues also includes examination of structures in the joints. Using ultrasound, a specialist can assess the nature and contents of a pathological formation, blood circulation disorders, the location of the lesion and its size, structural features, etc.
Soft tissue ultrasound: indications
Doctors recommend performing an ultrasound examination of soft tissues to diagnose the following disorders:
- neoplasms (hemangiomas, atheromas, hygromas, chondromas, etc.);
- abscesses;
- phlegmon (purulent formations);
- hematomas due to injuries;
- diseases of the connective tissue tissues;
- rheumatism;
- lymphostasis;
- hernias;
- myositis.
Ultrasound monitoring is also required for intra-joint surgeries to monitor ongoing therapy.
Contraindications
The study is contraindicated for patients with purulent skin lesions, burns in areas of the skin where the sound-conducting gel should be applied and the ultrasound sensor used.
Soft tissue ultrasound: preparation
No special preparatory measures are needed. Immediately before the session, the specialist applies a special gel to the area being examined, providing better sound conductivity of the tissues.
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