Ultrasound in Palamos: Diagnostic Imaging

What is Ultrasound?

Ultrasound is a diagnostic imaging test that uses high-frequency ultrasound waves to visualise the inside of the human body in real time. It is a completely safe, painless, non-invasive technique free of ionising radiation, which makes it one of the most versatile and widely used diagnostic tools in medicine today.

Thanks to its complete absence of radiation, ultrasound is suitable for patients of any age, including pregnant women and children. It can be repeated as many times as necessary without any risk to the patient's health, which makes it ideal for the follow-up and monitoring of multiple conditions over time.

At Clínica Eupnea Palamós, we have state-of-the-art ultrasound equipment with advanced technology that makes it possible to obtain high-resolution images for the accurate diagnosis of multiple conditions. Our ultrasound scanners feature colour Doppler and pulsed Doppler modes for vascular studies, as well as specific probes for each examination area.

Our ultrasound scans are performed by specialist doctors with extensive experience in diagnostic imaging, ensuring an accurate and reliable interpretation of the results. Each examination includes a detailed report with the relevant findings and recommendations.

Clínica Eupnea's ultrasound service is complementary to the clinic's other specialties, such as cardiology, gynaecology, endocrinology, digestology and urology, allowing a comprehensive and coordinated diagnostic approach among the centre's different professionals.

Types of ultrasound we offer

• Abdominal ultrasound (liver, gallbladder, kidneys, pancreas, spleen)
• Thyroid ultrasound
• Gynaecological and obstetric ultrasound
• Musculoskeletal ultrasound
• Soft tissue ultrasound
• Breast ultrasound
• Urological ultrasound (kidney, bladder, prostate)
• Vascular Doppler ultrasound
• Cardiac ultrasound (echocardiogram)

Types of Ultrasound at Clínica Eupnea Palamós

Abdominal ultrasound

Abdominal ultrasound allows detailed visualisation of the intra-abdominal organs, including the liver, gallbladder, kidneys, pancreas, spleen and abdominal aorta. It is essential for detecting conditions such as gallstones, renal cysts, hepatic steatosis, pancreatic alterations, aortic aneurysms and other abnormalities of the abdominal organs.

Thyroid ultrasound

Thyroid ultrasound is the imaging study of choice for the thyroid gland. It allows the detection of thyroid nodules, cysts and alterations of the thyroid tissue, as well as the assessment of the gland's dimensions. It is a key tool for the follow-up of thyroid conditions and for guiding, when necessary, fine-needle aspiration (FNA) for the cytological analysis of nodules.

Gynaecological and obstetric ultrasound

Gynaecological and obstetric ultrasound is essential for monitoring pregnancy, allowing control of foetal development, the position of the placenta and the volume of amniotic fluid. In the gynaecological field, it is fundamental for the diagnosis of conditions such as uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis and other alterations of the female reproductive system.

Musculoskeletal ultrasound

Musculoskeletal ultrasound allows a detailed study of tendons, muscles, ligaments and joints. It is a key tool for diagnosing sports injuries, tendinitis, sprains, muscle tears, bursitis and other conditions of the musculoskeletal system. It offers the advantage of being able to perform dynamic examinations in real time during movement.

Breast ultrasound

Breast ultrasound is a technique complementary to mammography for the detection and characterisation of breast nodules and lesions. It is especially useful in young women with dense breast tissue, for differentiating between solid and cystic lesions, and for guiding biopsies when necessary.

Urological ultrasound

Urological ultrasound allows the study of the kidneys, the urinary bladder and the prostate. It is essential for detecting renal lithiasis, renal tumours, dilation of the urinary tract, prostatic pathology and bladder abnormalities. It allows the assessment of post-void residual urine and prostate volume in a non-invasive way.

Vascular Doppler ultrasound

Vascular Doppler ultrasound is a specialised technique that allows the assessment of blood flow in the arteries and veins throughout the body. It is essential for detecting deep vein thrombosis, arterial stenosis, venous insufficiency, varicose veins, aneurysms and other vascular conditions. It combines ultrasound imaging with the analysis of blood flow through the Doppler effect.

Cardiac ultrasound (echocardiogram)

Cardiac ultrasound or echocardiogram allows the study of the structure and function of the heart in real time. It assesses the cardiac chambers, the valves, the contractility of the myocardium and intracardiac blood flow. It is an essential test for the diagnosis and follow-up of heart disease, valve disorders, cardiomyopathies and other cardiac conditions.