Private Pelvic Ultrasound Scan with Same-Day Results
A detailed pelvic ultrasound assessment of the uterus, endometrium, ovaries, adnexa and surrounding pelvic spaces. Your examination may include a transabdominal scan and, where clinically appropriate, an optional transvaginal ultrasound for higher-resolution assessment — always with your informed consent.
Private pelvic ultrasound in Kent & London
Choose the clinic most convenient for you. The clinical examination is the same detailed pelvic ultrasound assessment, while pricing differs by location.
Tunbridge Wells
Private pelvic ultrasound with same-day written report and optional transvaginal assessment where clinically appropriate.
36 Monson Road
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
TN1 1LU
Orpington
Convenient private pelvic ultrasound with same-day written reporting from our Orpington clinic.
Orpington Health & Wellbeing Centre
Room 30, 19 Homefield Rise
Orpington, BR6 0FE
Canary Wharf
Private pelvic ultrasound in Canary Wharf for fast access to detailed women’s health imaging and clear same-day reporting.
30 S Colonnade
Canary Wharf Estate
London, E14 5HX
A detailed ultrasound assessment of the female pelvis
Pelvic ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to assess the female pelvic organs without ionising radiation. It can provide detailed information about the size, position and appearance of the uterus, the endometrial lining, both ovaries, the adnexal regions and surrounding pelvic spaces.
The scan may help investigate symptoms such as pelvic pain, heavy or irregular bleeding, bloating, pelvic pressure, suspected fibroids, ovarian cysts, polycystic ovarian morphology, fertility-related concerns and follow-up of previously identified pelvic findings.
Ultrasound findings are interpreted in the context of your age, symptoms, menstrual or menopausal status, relevant medication and clinical history. Some conditions may require gynaecological review, hysteroscopy, MRI, blood tests or other investigations even when an ultrasound has been performed.
What can a pelvic ultrasound examine?
Your scan is tailored to your symptoms and clinical history, with systematic assessment of the key pelvic organs and relevant surrounding structures.
Uterus
Assessment of uterine size, shape, position and myometrial appearance, including features that may be associated with fibroids or adenomyosis.
Endometrium
Assessment of the endometrial lining and cavity appearance, with endometrial thickness measured where clinically relevant.
Ovaries
Assessment of ovarian size, appearance, follicles, cysts and focal ovarian abnormalities, with Doppler used when clinically appropriate.
Adnexa
Review of the regions around the ovaries and fallopian tubes for adnexal masses, cystic structures or other visible abnormalities.
Pouch of Douglas
The posterior pelvic space is assessed for free fluid and other visible findings relevant to your symptoms.
Doppler assessment
Colour or spectral Doppler may be used selectively where blood-flow information helps characterise a finding.
Key structures assessed during a female pelvic ultrasound
Simplified anatomy illustration for patient education.
Transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasound
These approaches provide different but complementary views of the pelvis. The internal scan is never automatic and is only performed where appropriate and with explicit consent.
Transabdominal pelvic ultrasound
The ultrasound probe is moved over the lower abdomen. A comfortably full bladder usually improves the acoustic window and helps visualise the uterus and ovaries.
Transvaginal pelvic ultrasound
A slim ultrasound transducer is inserted gently into the vagina to provide higher-resolution views of the uterus, endometrium and ovaries. BMUS guidance describes transvaginal ultrasound as offering superior resolution to transabdominal assessment for many gynaecological conditions.
Conditions and findings that pelvic ultrasound may identify
Ultrasound appearances are interpreted together with your symptoms and clinical history. Some findings are diagnostic, while others require further clinical correlation or specialist review.
Uterine fibroids
Fibroids are benign smooth-muscle growths arising from the uterus. Ultrasound can document their number, size and location.
Ovarian cysts
Simple, haemorrhagic and other ovarian cystic appearances can often be characterised sonographically, with follow-up advised when appropriate.
Adenomyosis
Pelvic ultrasound may show features suggestive of adenomyosis. NICE recommends transvaginal ultrasound in preference to transabdominal ultrasound where adenomyosis is suspected and internal scanning is acceptable.
Polycystic ovarian morphology
Ultrasound can assess ovarian morphology and follicle distribution. Polycystic ovarian morphology alone does not by itself establish a diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome.
Endometrioma / endometriosis features
Ultrasound can identify ovarian endometriomas and some features of deep endometriosis. A normal scan does not exclude endometriosis.
Endometrial abnormalities
Endometrial thickness and cavity appearance can be assessed, but polyps or other intracavitary/endometrial pathology may require hysteroscopy or further specialist investigation.
Adnexal masses
Ultrasound can identify and characterise many adnexal abnormalities, although indeterminate or suspicious findings may require specialist imaging or gynaecology review.
Pelvic free fluid
The pelvis is assessed for free fluid, with interpretation depending on the amount, appearance and clinical context.
Intrauterine device position
Where clinically relevant, pelvic ultrasound may help assess the position of an intrauterine contraceptive device or system.
Symptoms and reasons for a private pelvic ultrasound
Pelvic ultrasound can be useful for investigating a wide range of gynaecological symptoms and for monitoring known pelvic findings.
Pelvic or lower abdominal pain
Investigation of persistent, recurrent or localised pelvic discomfort where ultrasound may help identify structural causes.
Heavy or painful periods
Assessment for structural causes such as fibroids or adenomyosis where clinically relevant.
Irregular bleeding
Evaluation of the uterus, endometrial lining and ovaries as one part of the wider assessment of abnormal uterine bleeding.
Bloating or pelvic pressure
Assessment of the uterus, ovaries and adnexa for masses, cysts, fibroids or other visible structural abnormalities.
Suspected PCOS
Ultrasound may contribute information about ovarian morphology, while diagnosis requires the wider clinical and/or biochemical picture.
Fertility-related assessment
Review of uterine anatomy, endometrium and ovaries where pelvic imaging has been requested as part of fertility planning or treatment.
Known fibroids or ovarian cysts
Follow-up assessment can document size and appearance when repeat imaging has been advised.
Postmenopausal symptoms
Ultrasound may form part of the assessment, but unexplained postmenopausal bleeding requires appropriate medical evaluation and should not rely on private ultrasound alone.
Previous abnormal imaging
Review or interval assessment of a previously identified pelvic finding where this has been clinically recommended.
Pelvic ultrasound can show ovarian and uterine detail in real time
Transvaginal ultrasound can provide high-resolution assessment of the ovaries and uterus. The image shown is an example of polycystic ovarian morphology rather than a diagnostic example for every patient.
Importantly, ultrasound morphology is only one part of clinical interpretation. Conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome or endometriosis are not diagnosed or excluded solely by one ultrasound appearance.
Pelvic ultrasound is valuable — but it does not replace every gynaecological investigation
Your report should guide the next step rather than create false reassurance when symptoms require additional medical or specialist assessment.
Persistent bleeding may need more than ultrasound
When symptoms suggest a uterine-cavity or endometrial abnormality, NICE guidance may favour hysteroscopy rather than ultrasound alone because hysteroscopy can be more accurate for intracavitary pathology.
A normal scan does not exclude endometriosis
NICE specifically advises that endometriosis should not be excluded simply because pelvic examination and ultrasound are normal. Persistent or recurrent symptoms may still need referral.
Significant findings require an onward pathway
Indeterminate, suspicious or clinically significant findings may require GP or gynaecology review, specialist ultrasound, MRI, hysteroscopy, blood tests or other investigations.
What happens during your pelvic ultrasound?
Your scan is tailored to your symptoms, with clear explanation before each part of the examination.
Clinical history
Your symptoms, menstrual or menopausal status, medication and relevant previous imaging are reviewed before scanning.
Transabdominal scan
Ultrasound gel is applied to the lower abdomen and the pelvis is assessed through a comfortably full bladder where possible.
Optional transvaginal scan
Where useful and appropriate, an internal scan is explained and offered. It is only performed with your explicit consent.
Results & report
The main findings are explained and a formal written report documents the examination and any recommended follow-up.
Preparing for your pelvic ultrasound
Arrive with a comfortably full bladder
A full bladder usually helps the transabdominal scan by improving the ultrasound window through the lower pelvis.
Eat and drink normally
Pelvic ultrasound on its own does not usually require fasting unless you have been given separate instructions for another examination.
Bring relevant previous information
Previous ultrasound, MRI, clinic letters, operation details or fertility information can help with comparison and interpretation.
Need a broader assessment?
Depending on your symptoms, a combined abdominal, urinary or fertility-related scan may provide more appropriate coverage than a pelvic scan alone.
Abdomen & Pelvis Ultrasound
Combines abdominal and pelvic assessment in one appointment where symptoms overlap.
Abdomen, Pelvis & Urinary Tract
A broader examination of abdominal organs, female pelvic organs and urinary tract.
Follicular Tracking
Serial pelvic ultrasound used to monitor follicle development and endometrial thickness during the menstrual cycle.
What Our Patients Say
Independent patient feedback from people who have chosen UKSONO Healthcare for private diagnostic ultrasound.
Guidance supporting pelvic and transvaginal ultrasound
Selected UK guidance for patients and clinicians who want to understand how pelvic ultrasound fits within wider gynaecological assessment.
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Pelvic ultrasound FAQs
Answers to common questions about transabdominal and transvaginal scanning, fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, bleeding and preparation.
Do I need a GP referral?
What does a pelvic ultrasound assess?
How much does a pelvic ultrasound cost?
What is the difference between transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasound?
Do I have to have a transvaginal scan?
Why might a transvaginal scan be recommended?
Can the scan detect fibroids?
Can pelvic ultrasound detect ovarian cysts?
Can ultrasound diagnose PCOS?
Can pelvic ultrasound diagnose endometriosis?
Can ultrasound detect adenomyosis?
Can ultrasound detect an endometrial polyp?
Can I have a pelvic ultrasound during my period?
Can I have a pelvic ultrasound if I am postmenopausal?
What if I am unsure whether I could be pregnant?
Do I need a full bladder?
Can I eat before the appointment?
How long does the appointment take?
Will I receive the results on the same day?
Is pelvic ultrasound safe?
What happens if something abnormal is found?
Can a normal pelvic ultrasound rule out all gynaecological disease?
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