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The preparation for ultrasound includes a series of dietary-behavioral measures to be implemented in the days and moments before the examination, in order to improve the diagnostic accuracy of the procedure. These indications vary significantly in relation to the body region examined; moreover, the various medical centers can provide the patient with slightly different indications, also based on his state of health.
a diet low in slag is recommended, which is why it consists essentially of meat and fish (boiled or grilled), moderately aged cheeses and well-peeled fruit. Instead, vegetables, carbonated drinks, alcohol, bread, pasta and other cereals, especially if whole, should be avoided.
Go to the exam fasting for at least 8 hours from a low-fat meal. During this time, only water is allowed, strictly still (not carbonated), while sweets, sugared almonds and cigarette smoke should be avoided.
To further reduce the presence of gas in the gastrointestinal tract, some centers recommend the intake of charcoal or simethicone in the two days preceding the examination, after the main meals.
upper, it is essential to have a full bladder. Therefore, one hour before the examination (after having emptied the bladder) it is advisable to drink gradually, in small sips, a liter of non-carbonated water, retaining the urine until the end of the ultrasound examination. In patients with severe cardiorespiratory or renal insufficiency, or who for other reasons cannot take large quantities of fluids, it is advisable to simply refrain from urinating for 4-6 hours, drinking normally according to one's lifestyle. , defedati, dialysis etc.), the patient must avoid urinating for at least 4/5 hours before the examination, drinking normally according to their lifestyle.cleaning of the rectal ampoule, type clismafleet (to be purchased at the pharmacy).It is therefore necessary to go to the examination with a clean ampoule and a full bladder (if possible, do not urinate for a few hours, and drink still water in the hour before the examination).
(coumadin), acenocoumarol (Sintrom) and NSAIDs (Cardioaspirin, Aspirinetta, paracetamol, ibuprofen etc.); the same goes for herbal supplements with the same properties (such as Ginkgo Biloba, ginger and garlic). The suspension period is established by the doctor (can be up to two weeks), who also establishes the need to undertake any replacement therapies or not.
In the event of a liver biopsy, fast for at least eight hours. If absolute fasting is not required, still consume light foods in moderation in the last meal before the exam.
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