Private Hernia Ultrasound
Hernia Ultrasound Scans are a routine procedure often requested by doctors to firstly identify a hernia in the region of interest and secondly, identify the contents protruding through the hernia.
Performed by Specialist Doctors provides you with a uniquely tailored assessment that will help identify concerns early. Gain peace of mind with Same-Day Results & feel confident in the care you receive.
£260
All Fees Inclusive
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Hernia
Your Ultrasound Checks For
- Abdominal Wall Hernias
- Fluid Collection or Inflammation
- Hernial Size and Contents
- Abnormalities
- Causes of Concern
£260
All Fees Inclusive
What's Included
One-to-One Specialist Doctor Appointment
Feel confident in the care you receive. Our specialists can interpret your scan and provide comprehensive advice if necessary.
No Referral Required
You do not require a referral before booking an appointment with our clinic — giving you back complete control of your health.
Same-Day Results
We aim to provide results to you on the day of your visit. Our specialists will explain their findings during your ultrasound examination.
Full Digital Report
Following your appointment, a complete digital report of your Ultrasound examination will be emailed to you directly and securely.
High-Res Digital Images
In addition to the report, images of your scan will be sent for you to share with a healthcare specialist of your choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a hernia?
An abdominal wall hernia is when an organ or body tissue squeezes through a weak spot in the wall of the abdomen, often causing a lump which you can feel and may come and go.
Hernias can occur in a number of different places throughout the abdomen, particularly if you have had previous surgery (an incisional hernia).
Groin hernias are up to 10 times more common in men, and this is when the internal body fat or part of the bowel can pass through a weak spot into the inguinal canal – a pathways for structures pass from the abdomen to the genitalia.
The most common types of hernia are:
- Inguinal (inner groin)
- Incisional (at the site of previous surgery)
- Femoral (outer groin)
- Umbilical (belly button)
Hernias can occasionally cause pain or discomfort and often the lump you feel comes and goes, particularly when you strain or cough but can also get stuck – known as an incarcerated hernia – where tissues get trapped in the outpouching and are at risk of dying.
When to see a doctor?
Most people are able to live with hernias without any problems. However, hernias can become larger and cause a medical emergency if tissue becomes trapped in the outpouching, which causes it to lose its blood supply and dies.
This needs immediate medical attention and can require emergency surgery to free the hernia and ensure there is no lasting damage to the trapped organs or tissues.
Hernia Ultrasound Procedure
Ultrasound scans are a routine procedure often requested by doctors to firstly identify a hernia in the region of interest and secondly, identify the contents protruding through the hernia.
As hernias penetrate into the superficial abdomen, ultrasound imaging is an ideal method to take detailed images and accurate measurements of the size of the hernia.
There is also the added benefit of being able to perform a dynamic ultrasound examination, ensuring that we can assess the contents of a hernia and look for motion of the protrusion by asking you to either move or to take a deep breath and hold it.
All this involves is an ultrasound scan of your tummy area, like a scan a pregnant woman receives at the site of the lump you have been feeling.
It is important you specify the single area where you are feeling the lump to ensure the best possibility to identify a hernia.
After the doctor or specialist gives you a chance to ask any questions you have, you simply lift up your top to expose your stomach.
The specialist applies a clear gel onto your skin and moves a handheld scanner over the area. Images from the scanner are projected on a screen, and, from here, the specialist can see the hernia, identify the contents and measure the size of a hernia if present.
If there’s a small hernia, this is unlikely to be causing much symptoms but you can be reassured that there is nothing to worry about. If the hernia is larger or contains important organs like the intestines, you will be advised to see a medical professional to see if surgery is an option that may be of benefit.
Pre-examination preparation.
No significant preparation is required for this test.
What happens after the exam?
There is no particular type of care required after a Hernia Ultrasound. You may resume your regular diet and daily activities unless your doctor advises you differently.
There are no confirmed adverse biological effects on patients or instrument operators caused by exposures to ultrasound at the intensity levels used in diagnostic ultrasound.
But depending on your particular results, the doctor may give you additional or alternative instructions after the procedure.
How does Harley Street Ultrasound work with the National Health Service?
Many of our patients are concerned that if they come to us for an ultrasound, they won’t be able to go back to public health. That simply is not the case.
Our goal is to give you answers as quickly as possible and get you on the right treatment path fast – no strings attached.
When you come to us, you will be seen by a qualified specialist who can determine if your situation is serious or not that same day.
We don’t want you to wait weeks on end for an appointment because every minute counts when it comes to something as important as your health.
If your situation is serious, our specialist will write to your doctor on the NHS advising them that you need an urgent appointment.
Registered & Regulated
Our team are fully registered and regulated for practice in the United Kingdom. Our patients should expect nothing less.
Meet Our
Team of Specialists
The team at Harley Street Ultrasound Group is made up of specialist consultants you can rely upon. They are among the best in the industry.
This is backed up with a full range of qualifications and accreditations. All of our specialists are fully registered with all applicable medical regulatory bodies.
Dr Tahir Hussain
MBBS FRCR
Dr Hussain is a Consultant Radiologist at Barts & The Royal London Hospital his specialist expertise include radionuclide, oncological and general radiology imaging
Dr van Vucht
MBBS FRCR
Dr van Vucht is a Consultant Radiologist at University College of London Hospital (UCLH) with a subspecialty in Musculoskeletal Imaging.
Dr Ali Abbasi
BSc (Hons), MBBS, MRCS, FRCR
Dr Ali Abbasi is a Consultant Musculoskeletal Radiologist at University College London Hospital.
Dr Sophie Pattison
MBBS FRCR
Dr Sophie Pattison is a Consultant Radiologist at University College London Hospital. her specialist expertise include breast imaging Ultrasound, CT and MRI and stereotactic breast related procedures
Dr Susan Jawad
BSc (Hons), MBBS, FRCR
Dr Susan Jawad is a Consultant Radiologist at University College Hospital London with a specialist interest in Head & Neck imaging.
Dr Sangoh Lee
MBBS BSc MRCP FRCR
Dr Lee is a consultant musculoskeletal and trauma radiologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
Dr Ayman Mahfouz
MBBS FRCR
Consultant Radiologist at UCLH, his specialist expertise include breast, gynaecology and general imaging.
Dr Trevor Gaunt
BSc (Hons), MBBS, FRCR
Dr Trevor Gaunt is a Consultant Paediatric Radiologist at University College London Hospitals.
Dr Kate Hawtin
BSc (Hons), MBBS, FRCR
Dr Hawtin is a Consultant Radiologist and Joint Breast Imaging Lead at University College London Hospital.
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When you visit us, you will find our clinic to be a clean, comfortable and reassuring environment. We also maintain a high standard of Covid-19 best practices, ensuring maximum safety at all times.
Testimonials
What Our Patients Say About Their Experience
We are committed to providing a high standard of care to our patients. Take a look at some of the incredible responses we have received.
Excellent service, caring and efficient . I would definitely use again if needed and I have already recommended to a friend.
12th September 2022
I am using your service for the second time because I was very impressed by the quality and the professionalism of the medical and administrative staff that time. The same quality this time. The investigation was thorough, the explanations very clear, everybody was polite, supportive and friendly.
15th September 2022
An excellent experience from booking to getting the results.
21st September 2022
Made me feel really at ease, explained everything throughout procedure and received my ultrasound results and report within 2 hours
27th September 2022
Best private clinic I’ve ever been. Everyone was so kind and professional.
8th October 2022
Amazing, efficient service. Very clear and reassuring. All questions answered fully and confidently. Just what I needed. I wil be back when required.
8th October 2022
What a fantastic experience – everything was on time and the doctor was extremely knowledgeable and was able to give really good explanations and advise. Thank you so much!!
12th October 2022
Great experience. From beginning to the end. Dr Mahfouz and all staff were fantastic
17th October 2022
excellent service, clear explanation of my condition. highly recommended
19th October 2022
The Doctor who is checking my daughter with scan was very nice to explain everything and very friendly, and also nurses lady very helpful and friendly. Thank you very much.
20th October 2022
What a fantastic experience – everything was on time and the doctor was extremely knowledgeable and was able to give really good explanations and advise. Thank you so much!!
12th October 2022
Very friendly staff. Dr made me feel very relaxed and listened to. Appreciated the explanation of everything happening and the speed of follow up with images and report. I was very worried and felt immediately assured
21st October 2022
The most caring amazing people made me feel so relaxed after having a breast scan which off course makes you nervous but the doctor that did my scan didn’t make me feel on edge at all and the most amazing lady she made me feel so relaxed, I am such a nervous person and these two didn’t make me feel like I was being silly made me feel so reassured and I honestly couldn’t thank them both enough, would also like to say a massive thank you to Monica who was the lady that took my call who was so helpful over the phone and explained everything so well to me she was so friendly and I had so many questions and she was more than happy to answer them and was so helpful which made me feel like this was the right place for me to go to.
26th October 2022
I had an excellent experience. The doctor really took the time to explain findings and answer all my questions. It was worth paying a bit extra for this interpretation of what he saw. He was clearly highly experienced and knowledgeable about all matters relating to my symptoms and was very reassuring. He gave clear advice on what further was needed. Not much! He also made it clear that it could be done through the NHS.
26th October 2022
It was exceptionally good. I wasn’t kept waiting everyone was very kind and very professional. I was so grateful to the doctor for answering my questions was well and reassuring me. I felt so much better afterwards.
26th October 2022
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