Sonography
Ultrasound examination of organs, blood vessels and the musculoskeletal system based on your symptoms and your doctor’s recommendation.
Ultrasound across medical specialties
Sonography, also called ultrasound, uses sound waves to produce real-time images of organs and tissues. The examination does not use ionising radiation.
Ultrasound can help investigate symptoms, complement a specialist consultation or monitor changes during treatment. It is used in urology, gynaecology, vascular and general surgery, and musculoskeletal care. The doctor chooses the appropriate examination and interprets the findings alongside your symptoms and other results.
What can be examined
The scope of the scan depends on your symptoms and the specialist’s field. Ultrasound is used in areas such as:
- Urology: kidneys, bladder, prostate and testicles
- Gynaecology: uterus, ovaries and other pelvic structures
- Vascular surgery: veins and blood flow when assessing vascular concerns
- General surgery: abdominal organs and soft tissues according to the reason for the scan
- Orthopaedics: muscles, tendons, selected ligaments, joints and surrounding soft tissues
What happens during the scan
The doctor discusses your symptoms and explains the procedure. For a scan through the skin, gel is applied and a probe is placed over the area being examined. An internal probe may be recommended for some gynaecological or urological examinations.
- Real-time imaging of the area being examined
- Doppler assessment of blood flow when needed
- Interpretation of the findings and advice on next steps
Booking through OpenMedical
Tell us what you need help with. We help find a suitable specialist for the type of scan you need.
- Describe your symptoms or the requested examination
- Mention any referral or previous medical reports
- We confirm preparation, pricing and appointment availability when booking
Doctors for this specialization
Vascular surgery, Sonography
MUDr. Anton Karalko
Vascular surgeon with German clinical training and board certification in vascular surgery. His practice focuses on vascular and venous surgery, including assessment and treatment planning for vascular disease.
Urology, Sonography
MUDr. Ondrej Kaplán
Board-certified urologist with extensive experience in functional urology and andrology. A graduate of the First Faculty of Medicine at Charles University, he began his career in hospital surgery and now focuses on outpatient urological care.
Urology, Sonography
MUDr. Lenka Plincelnerová
Certified urologist with experience in uro-oncology, urinary stone disease, and prostate conditions. She has worked in major hospital urology departments and holds the FEBU European urology qualification.
Gynaecology, Sonography
Elena Sudarikova
Certified gynaecologist and obstetrician focused on outpatient gynaecological care, prevention, and consultations across different life stages. She completed board certification at Charles University.
General surgery, Vascular surgery, Sonography
MUDr. Jan Zeithaml
General surgeon with hospital surgical training and second-level certification in surgery. His practice includes vascular outpatient care and minimally invasive treatment of varicose veins using the ClariVein method.
General surgery, Sonography
MUDr. Ondřej Foltán
Board-certified general surgeon with experience from the 1st Department of Surgery at the General University Hospital (VFN) in Prague. His practice focuses on general and minimally invasive surgery, including hernia repair.
Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation medicine, Sports medicine, Sonography
MUDr. Miloš Barna, Ph.D.
Medical director of Barna Medical with specialist training in orthopaedics and rehabilitation medicine. His experience includes Motol University Hospital, the Czech national athletics team, the Czech Olympic Committee, and professional sports clubs.
Sonography questions
Before your visit
How should I prepare?+
Preparation depends on the area being examined. Some abdominal scans may require fasting, while bladder scans may require a full bladder. Muscle and joint ultrasound usually needs no special preparation. Confirm the specific instructions when booking and bring any previous medical reports.
Is the scan painful?+
It is usually well tolerated. Pressure over a tender area may be uncomfortable; let the doctor know.
Can ultrasound replace every other scan?+
No. It cannot reliably show all structures, particularly the inside of bones and some deeper tissues. Your doctor may recommend additional imaging.
How do I book?+
Use the contact form to describe your symptoms. OpenMedical helps arrange your visit; the appointment and examination details need to be confirmed when booking.