Preparation for the Examination

• Abdominal ultrasound is performed on an empty stomach.

  If the examination is scheduled for the morning, the last meal should be no later than 7:00–8:00 PM on the previous day.

• For 2–3 days before the procedure, it is recommended to follow a diet and avoid foods that cause gas formation:

  • legumes;

  • black bread;

  • raw vegetables and fruits;

  • dairy products;

  • sweets;

  • carbonated drinks.

• In consultation with the attending physician, it is recommended to take medications that reduce gas formation (Espumisan or activated charcoal).

• If the examination is scheduled for the afternoon, a light breakfast is allowed: unsweetened tea and a small piece of toasted white bread.

• Immediately before the examination, smoking should be avoided, as it may affect the diagnostic results.

• Patients who regularly take medications (for hypertension, coronary artery disease, diabetes mellitus, and other conditions) do not need to discontinue their therapy. The doctor should be informed in advance about all medications being taken.