Diagnostic Ultrasound Scans

Central Booking Line: 01745 582002

Clinics in St Asaph, North Wales and Stockport, South Manchester

Private Ultrasound Services

Do you need an ultrasound scan? Are you waiting for a hospital appointment? Are you finding it difficult to attend a hospital appointment because of a busy schedule?

By paying for a private examination you can avoid long waiting lists and choose a convenient appointment at either of our clinics in Stockport, Manchester and St. Asaph, North Wales.

We perform thousands of scans every year, most of whom are referred directly by family doctors. Many of those doctors refer patients every week which indicates the confidence they have in the services we provide.

A small price to pay for peace of mind.

We offer a fast, affordable, ultrasound imaging service for those who wish to avoid long waiting lists and screening service for those who simply want peace of mind. Payment can be made by cash, cheque and we accept switch and most major credit cards.

At our private ultrasound clinics, we offer:

Flexible appointment times and days.
A professional and confidential service in relaxed and comfortable surroundings.

Female Pelvic Ultrasound

Ovarian Screening. Uterine Screening.

Ovarian cancer is the 7th most common cancer in women and approximately 1 in 70 women will develop it. It is not known what the exact cause of cancer of the ovaries is but family history and your age can increase the risk. It is more common in women over the age of 60 and is less likely in younger women and those who have had at least one child. Infertility and infertility treatment, starting a family later in life or HRT treatment also appear to increase the risk although research continues as to what that increased risk is. Symptoms include a change in bowel habit, unexplained weight loss/gain, abnormal vaginal bleeding, pain on intercourse and abdominal pain. Some patients may also complain of a feeling of pressure in and around the pelvis.

Cancer of the uterus is the fifth most common cancer in women in the UK. Obesity, diabetes and HRT seem to increase the risk of developing cancer of the uterus. The most common symptoms are irregular bleeding, abnormal vaginal discharge, pain on intercourse or urination and general pelvic pain. Both these conditions can be very effectively screened for using ultrasound.

Our examination is a detailed examination of the pelvic organs including the uterus, ovaries and endometrium. Other common complaints that can be confirmed by ultrasound are fibroids, ovarian cysts, and polycystic ovaries. It is also possible to check the position of a contraceptive coil. A pelvic examination is usually required before a course of IVF treatment and also to determine the likely time of ovulation. The scan can be performed trans-abdominally (externally) but it is often necessary to scan trans-vaginally (internally).

Half hour appointment: £110

Renal Tract Ultrasound

A detailed examination of the kidneys and bladder with an assessment of how well the bladder empties after passing water. The examination in men is the same but includes the prostate gland. This scan is performed externally.

Half hour appointment: £125

Upper Abdomen Ultrasound

Including Aortic Aneurysm Screening.

Approximately 1 in 20 people in the UK (over the age of 65) will develop an aortic aneurysm and it is more common in men than women. The aorta is the largest blood vessel in the body and an aneurysm occurs when the wall weakens and a bulge occurs (an aneurysm). This area is weakened and can rupture often resulting in death. Aortic aneurysms are most often caused by atherosclerosis which is the collection of plaque on the vessel wall and high blood pressure. In most cases there are no symptoms and if found early enough they can usually be treated by surgery.

Our upper abdominal scan is a detailed examination of the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, spleen and kidneys. We will also look at the abdominal aorta for evidence of aneurysm.

Half hour appointment: £135

Full Abdomen (Men and Women)

Upper abdomen and pelvis as above.

Half hour appointment: £165

Breast Ultrasound

Ultrasound examination of both breasts to determine the nature of a palpable lump and to exclude any obvious abnormalities.

Please note that a mammogram is the recommended examination for breast screening and referral to a breast clinic for a mammogram will usually be suggested in most instances regardless of our findings.

Half hour appointment: £110

Thyroid Gland Ultrasound

Both lobes and the thyroid isthmus will be assessed for any obvious abnormalities and determine the nature of any palpable lumps.

Half hour appointment : £110

Testes Ultrasound

Testicular screening.

Testicular cancer occurs in approximately 1 in 1000 men and is most common in young men between the ages of 16 and 40 but can occur in all age groups. Symptoms are usually a swelling or lump in or on the testicle which is often painless.

Most testicular lumps are not cancerous and simple cysts are fairly common but we would recommend regular self examination and if in doubt a consultation with your GP. Ladies. Men are notorious for ignoring symptoms or simply not noticing them and most testicular abnormalities are noticed by wives or partners first, if you do, tell him and make him see his doctor!

This examination will screen the testes for any abnormality.(also includes a scan of the kidneys)

Half hour appointment: £110

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