About USG Prostate
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive and generally painless diagnostic procedure.Provides real-time, high-resolution images of the prostate gland and surrounding anatomy.Essential for accurate measurement of prostate volume and detection of abnormalities.Crucially guides needle placement during a prostate biopsy for precise tissue sampling.No exposure to ionizing radiation, making it a very safe imaging modality.Typically performed as an outpatient procedure with minimal recovery time./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Elevated Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) levels in blood tests.
- Abnormal digital rectal exam (DRE) findings, such as lumps or hard areas.
- Diagnosis and monitoring of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) to assess size.
- Suspected prostate cancer, often to guide a biopsy.
- Evaluation of symptoms like frequent urination, weak urine stream, or pelvic pain.
- Assessment of prostatitis (inflammation or infection of the prostate).
- Investigation of male infertility issues.
- Planning for certain prostate surgeries or radiation therapy.
How to prepare
- You may be asked to use a Fleet enema or a suppository at home 1-2 hours before the procedure to empty the rectum.
- Inform your urologist about all medications, especially blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin).
- You can usually eat and drink normally beforehand unless instructed otherwise.
- Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing to the appointment.
- You will be asked to sign a consent form after the procedure is explained.
Risks & possible complications
- Minor rectal bleeding or discomfort, which is usually temporary.
- Risk of infection, though very low; antibiotics may be prescribed prophylactically if a biopsy is performed.
- Vasovagal reaction (dizziness or fainting) during probe insertion.
- Very rare risk of damage to the rectal wall.
- If a biopsy is taken, risks include blood in semen, urine, or stool for a few weeks.
Recovery & hospital stay
- You can typically resume normal activities and diet immediately after the scan.
- Drink plenty of water to help flush your system, especially if a biopsy was done.
- You may experience mild rectal soreness or pass a small amount of blood; this is normal.
- Avoid strenuous exercise or heavy lifting for 24-48 hours.
- Contact your doctor if you develop a fever, chills, heavy bleeding, or severe pain.
- Follow-up with your urologist to discuss the imaging results and next steps.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (Outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time: 1-2 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering usg prostate in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for usg prostate in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform usg prostate. MediFyr helps you compare urologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for usg prostate compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for USG Prostate in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated urology teams and experience managing patients undergoing usg prostate.
Vivaan Smith, a 58-year-old retired school...
Vivaan Smith, a 58-year-old retired school teacher, had been experiencing a frequent, urgent need to urinate, especially at night, disrupting his sleep. His family history included his father being treated for prostate cancer. After a digital rectal exam (DRE) revealed an enlarged prostate, his urologist, Dr. Evans, recommended a Transrectal Ultrasound (TRUS) of the prostate to get a detailed image, measure its size, and check for any suspicious areas that might require a biopsy. Vivaan was anxious but found the procedure, though uncomfortable, was brief and manageable with the local anesthetic gel. The recovery was straightforward with minor rectal soreness and light bleeding for a day. The emotional journey was one of significant fear, given his family history, but the USG results showed benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) with no signs of cancer. The profound relief allowed him to focus on treating his BPH symptoms without the shadow of cancer fear.
Urologists for USG Prostate
Explore experienced urologists who regularly perform usg prostate and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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