Ultrasound of the penis
Last reviewed: 20.11.2021
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Ultrasound of the penis
Allows to detect structural changes in the organ. Namely, spongy and cavernous bodies, shells. The investigation is carried out by an ultrasonic sensor with a frequency of at least 7 MPa in transverse and longitudinal sections. Spongy and cavernous bodies on echograms look like homogeneous formations of an oval form of moderately elevated echogenicity, around which is located an envelope with a thickness of up to 2 mm.
With fibroplastic induction of the penis (Peyronie's disease) with the help of ultrasound determine the extent and extent of the spread of plaques - echopositive formations in the gall bladder of the cavernous bodies. Depending on the severity of the scar process, plaques can have different sizes and acoustic density (completely or partially reflect the ultrasound in the study). On echograms, the presence or absence of an acoustic pathway from echopositive plaques is noted.
In case of traumas of the penis, ultrasound provides valuable information on the integrity of the gallbladder, spongy and cavernous bodies. In the presence of a hematoma, it is possible to determine its localization and size.
With the help of echodopplerography, hemodynamics are evaluated in the vessels of the penis. This method is used to diagnose vascular disorders in erectile dysfunction.
Endoluminal echography of the urethra (carrying out a special ultrasound probe retrograde through the urethra) makes it possible to more accurately establish the structural changes in its wall for various diseases.