Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Ultrasound Scan
AAA Ultrasound Scan - At a Glance
- An ultrasound scan to exclude abdominal aorta pathology
- No GP referral is required
- Same-day digital results
- Fully qualified, experienced NHS sonographers
- No preparation is required
- Same-day appointments are usually available.
- Only £129
- Book Online or over the phone
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Ultrasound is regularly being used to evaluate abdominal aortic aneurysms.
An abdominal aneurysm is a swelling of the aorta, the main blood vessel that brings blood from your heart to the rest of the body. The aorta is around 2.5 in the abdominal area, it can, however, swell to more than 5 cm.
Aneurysms are more common in men of 65+ years of age than in women and younger men, and they can be fatal as a large aneurysm can burst. According to NHS Choices, 8 out of 10 people with aortic aneurysms or AAA die.
It is highly unlikely that small aneurysms will cause any symptoms, but large aneurysms can cause the following symptoms:- Intense back or abdominal pain
- Rapid pulse
- Nausea and vomiting
- Excessive sweating
- Shock
Although the causes of AAA are not fully understood, risk factors include obesity, high blood pressure, smoking and high cholesterol.
What is the purpose of this scan?
The Abdominal Aortic scan includes evaluation of:
- Abdominal aorta
- Iliac Vessels
Reasons for having a AAA ultrasound scan:
- Intense back or abdominal pain
- Pulsation in the middle of your abdomen
- Rapid pulse
- Nausea and vomiting
- Excessive sweating
- Shock
What is included with this scan?
- Ultrasound report and, if needed, a follow-up recommendation.
Preparation
No preparation is necessary for this scan but avoid eating foods that can cause a significant amount of abdominal gas
What should I expect during the ultrasound scan?
Before the scan, our sonographer will explain the examination procedure. During your scan, you will be asked to expose your abdomen by lifting your top-up. We will put some warm jelly on your skin, and we will use an ultrasound probe that sends sound waves in your body to visualise the aorta.
The scan is painless, and we will be able to tell you there and then if you do have an AAA.
Price: £129.00
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Other Private Ultrasound Scans we offer:
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Frequent Questions
Booking an appointment at International Ultrasound Services for a pelvic ultrasound scan is simple. We should be able to arrange an appointment at a convenient time for you. Same day appointments might also be available if you need your scan results quickly.
We will provide a full ultrasound report with your results that you will be able to share with your GP or other healthcare professionals.
