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The Emotional Journey: Coping with Anxiety During Breast Ultrasound Examinations

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 04/04/2023

Anxious About a Breast Ultrasound? What to Expect, and What Your Result Means By Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer, MSc, HCPC-registered · 29 Weymouth Street, Marylebone · Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer, MSc, HCPC-registered — 31 July 2026 · Last reviewed: 31 July 2026 If you have found a lump and you are waiting […]

Breast Cysts and Fibroadenomas: How Ultrasound Can Help Identify Benign Conditions

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 03/04/2023

Home › Blog › Women's Health Breast Cysts & Fibroadenomas: Benign Breast Lumps Explained Here is the reassurance first: the great majority of breast lumps are benign — harmless. Most are simple cysts or fibroadenomas, and ultrasound is very good at recognising them. This guide explains the common benign breast conditions, how a scan tells […]

Interpreting Your Testicular Ultrasound Results

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 30/03/2023

Home Blog Men's Health Interpreting Your Testicular Ultrasound Results PATIENT GUIDE — MEN'S HEALTH Interpreting Your Testicular Ultrasound Results Your report uses clinical terminology that may be unfamiliar. A consultant sonographer explains what each term means, what the common findings are, and what action — if any — is required. Men's Health Updated July 2026 […]

The Role of Private Ultrasound in Fertility Treatments

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/03/2023

Can an Ultrasound Show If You’re Infertile? By Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer, MSc, HCPC-registered · 29 Weymouth Street, Marylebone · Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer, MSc, HCPC-registered — 25 July 2026 · Last reviewed: 2 August 2026 No — ultrasound cannot diagnose infertility, and no single scan can tell you whether you will […]

Testicular Ultrasound: When Do You Need One?

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 23/03/2023

Home Blog Men's Health Testicular Ultrasound: When Do You Need One? PATIENT GUIDE — MEN'S HEALTH Testicular Ultrasound: When Do You Need One? A testicular lump is the most obvious reason — but scrotal pain, swelling, a change in size, or a fertility investigation are all valid reasons to book a scrotal ultrasound. A consultant […]

Testicular Cancer Screening: What You Need to Know

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 18/03/2023

Home Blog Men's Health Testicular Cancer Screening: What You Need to Know PATIENT GUIDE — MEN'S HEALTH Testicular Cancer Screening: What You Need to Know Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men aged 15–40 in the UK — and it has a five-year survival rate above 95% when caught at stage 1. A […]

Ultrasound-Guided Injections: Why Guidance Matters

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 15/03/2023

Ultrasound-Guided Injections: Why Guidance Matters By Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer, MSc, HCPC-registered · 29 Weymouth Street, Marylebone · Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer, MSc, HCPC-registered — 25 July 2026 · Last reviewed: 31 July 2026 An injection only works if it reaches the structure causing the pain. Placed by feel using surface landmarks, […]

MSK Ultrasound: A Complete Guide to Musculoskeletal Imaging

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 14/03/2023

MSK Ultrasound: A Complete Guide to Musculoskeletal Imaging By Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer, MSc, HCPC-registered · 29 Weymouth Street, Marylebone · Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer, MSc, HCPC-registered — 25 July 2026 · Last reviewed: 31 July 2026 Musculoskeletal ultrasound is the first-line imaging test for most soft tissue problems in the limbs. […]

Ultrasound for Carotid & Peripheral Arterial Disease

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 14/03/2023

Ultrasound for Carotid & Peripheral Arterial Disease Carotid ultrasound is a noninvasive test that utilizes sound waves to create pictures of the insides of your carotid arteries. This noninvasive procedure can help diagnose and treat carotid artery disease, an ailment commonly found among seniors. Ultrasound testing is typically conducted in a doctor's office or hospital […]

Liver Ultrasound: What It Shows

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 16/02/2023

What Does a Liver Ultrasound Show? By the Sonoworld clinical team, 29 Weymouth Street, Marylebone · CQC-registered clinic, HCPC-registered sonographers · Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer, MSc, HCPC-registered — 31 July 2026 · Last reviewed: 31 July 2026 A liver ultrasound shows the size, shape and texture of your liver, whether fat has […]

The 12 Signs of Breast Cancer: What to Look For

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 06/02/2023

Home › Blog › Women's Health The 12 Signs of Breast Cancer: What to Look For Knowing what a normal breast looks and feels like for you is the single most useful thing you can do u2014 because it is change that matters, not lumpiness itself. These are the 12 breast changes worth checking, how […]

Be Breast Aware Ladies

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 12/01/2023

Be Breast Aware Ladies Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK, with one in eight women in the UK developing breast cancer in their lifetime, one person being diagnosed every 10 minutes, according to Breast Cancer Care. It is essential to look after your breasts by checking them regularly. Breast awareness does save lives. […]

Hernia Ultrasound Scan: Your Questions Answered

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 11/07/2022

What a hernia ultrasound scan shows, why it is done standing and coughing, how accurate it is, and what happens on the day.

Abdominal Ultrasound Scan: Your Questions Answered

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 11/07/2022

Abdominal Ultrasound Scan: Your Questions Answered Written by Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer & Clinical Director, Sonoworld London. Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer — 25 July 2026 Already had your scan? What your abdominal ultrasound report means explains the terminology, why the sonographer goes quiet, and what is normal to feel afterwards. Ready to […]

Transvaginal Ultrasound - Your Questions answered

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Home u203a Blog u203a Women's Health Transvaginal Ultrasound u2014 Your Questions Answered A transvaginal ultrasound is one of the most common scans in women's health u2014 and one of the most quietly worried-about. This guide answers the questions patients actually ask: why it is requested, exactly what happens in the room, whether it hurts, what […]

How to Prepare for Your Ultrasound Scan

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Home Blog How to Prepare for Your Ultrasound Scan PATIENT GUIDE — SERVICE How to Prepare for Your Ultrasound Scan Scan-specific preparation instructions from our consultant sonographers — fasting rules, bladder preparation, what to wear, and what to bring. Covers every scan type we offer. Scan-specific instructions Written by consultant sonographers Updated July 2026 Written […]

How Much Does a Private Ultrasound Scan Cost in London?

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Home Blog How Much Does a Private Ultrasound Scan Cost? PATIENT GUIDE — DECISION How Much Does a Private Ultrasound Scan Cost in London? All-inclusive prices from £235. A consultant sonographer explains what drives the cost of a private scan, what the price includes, and what to watch out for when comparing clinics. All-inclusive pricing […]

Ultrasound Scan: Colour Doppler, Duplex, and Triplex Doppler. What do they mean?

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Ultrasound Scan: Colour Doppler, Duplex, and Triplex Doppler. What do they mean? Ultrasound Scan: Colour Doppler, Duplex, and Triplex Doppler - Understanding the Terminology Ultrasound scanning has become an essential diagnostic tool in various fields of medicine. If you have been scheduled for an ultrasound scan or your doctor has recommended a colour Doppler, duplex, […]

Testicular Lumps or Swelling: Could It Be Cancer?

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Testicular lump or swelling? Could it be cancer? A quick ultrasound scan will give you the answer.

NHS vs Private Pregnancy Scans: What Is the Difference?

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

NHS vs Private Pregnancy Scans: What Is the Difference? Written by Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer & Clinical Director, Sonoworld London. Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer — 25 July 2026 Contents What scans does the NHS offer in pregnancy? What additional scans can you get privately? Key differences between NHS and private pregnancy scans […]

Ultrasound for Men's Urological Conditions

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Home Blog Men's Health Ultrasound for Men's Urological Conditions PATIENT GUIDE — MEN'S HEALTH Ultrasound for Men's Urological Conditions From kidney stones to urinary retention, ultrasound is the first-line imaging investigation for most urological symptoms in men — no radiation, no referral, results the same day. Men's Health Updated July 2026 Written by Daniela Stan, […]

Mums, Why you shouldn't buy an ultrasound scanner on eBay

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Home › Blog › Home Ultrasound Devices Home Ultrasound Devices: Why Consumer Scanners Are Not a Safe Alternative to Clinical Scanning By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound, Consultant Sonographer & Clinical Director — July 2026 Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound, Consultant Sonographer & Clinical Director — July 2026 Contents The rise of […]

Diagnostic Imaging Tests & Scans: A Guide to Ultrasound, MRI, CT & X-Ray

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Understand the differences between ultrasound, MRI, CT, and X-ray scans. Learn how our Harley Street clinic uses advanced GE ultrasound for safe, radiation-free diagnosis.

Private Breast Screening: Ultrasound vs Mammogram – Which Do You Need?

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Home › Blog › Women's Health Private Breast Screening: Ultrasound vs Mammogram – Which Do You Need? The short version: your age and your breast density decide. Under 40, dense glandular tissue makes ultrasound the first-line test. Over 40, mammography is the gold standard for screening the whole breast — with ultrasound alongside it to […]

What Is an Ultrasound Scan?

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Home Blog What Is an Ultrasound Scan? PATIENT GUIDE — AWARENESS What Is an Ultrasound Scan? A consultant sonographer explains how ultrasound works, what it can detect, whether it is safe, and when a private scan is worth considering — without the NHS wait. No ionising radiation Same-day results CQC registered clinic Consultant-led Book a […]

Fatty Liver on Ultrasound: How "Go Sober for October" Can Help Your Liver Recover

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Home › Blog › Fatty Liver on Ultrasound Fatty Liver on Ultrasound: What It Means and What to Do By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound, Consultant Sonographer & Clinical Director — July 2026 Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound, Consultant Sonographer & Clinical Director — July 2026 Contents What is fatty liver? How […]

GP failed to send the patient for an ultrasound scan to diagnose deep vein thrombosis

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Home › Blog › DVT Symptoms and Ultrasound DVT: Symptoms, Risks, and Why Early Ultrasound Matters By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound, Consultant Sonographer & Clinical Director — July 2026 Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound, Consultant Sonographer & Clinical Director — July 2026 If you have sudden chest pain, breathlessness, or cough […]

NHS refused an ultrasound scan to a pensioner who died three days later

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Home › Blog › When the NHS Cannot Help Quickly When the NHS Cannot Help Quickly: The Case for Private Ultrasound Access By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound, Consultant Sonographer & Clinical Director — July 2026 Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound, Consultant Sonographer & Clinical Director — July 2026 If you have […]

Ultrasound Accuracy and the Case for a Second Opinion Scan

By Daniela Stan MSc Medical Ultrasound on 28/06/2022

Ultrasound Accuracy and the Case for a Second Opinion Scan Written by Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer & Clinical Director, Sonoworld London. Medically reviewed by Daniela Stan, Consultant Sonographer — 25 July 2026 A 2005 case in which a healthy baby was nearly terminated after an ultrasound scan was misread remains one of the most cited […]

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