Book your USG Neck scan at an NABL and NABH-Accredited Diagnostic Centre, Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, that has a wide array of Radiology and Pathology Services. We utilize advanced imaging of the neck to make early detection, diagnosis, and monitoring of thyroid, lymph, salivary gland, and other disorders of the neck easier. Our professional radiologists deliver timely imaging to a high standard of safety and accuracy, with respect to each patient.

About USG Neck

A USG Neck is a non-invasive ultrasound examination for the soft tissue and structures in the neck, which include the thyroid and parathyroid glands, lymph nodes, salivary glands, soft tissue, and surrounding vascular structures. Depending on the clinical indication, Doppler ultrasound might also be used to evaluate the carotid artery or other vascular flow in the neck.

Using sophisticated ultrasound techniques at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy in Delhi, we offer leading-edge imaging to help you make a precise diagnosis and follow up for several neck problems. A USG Neck provides useful information for the diagnosis of any neck swelling, thyroid disease, enlarged lymph nodes, or for routine clinical assessment without the emission of radiation.

What is a USG Neck Scan?

USG Neck is an ultrasound exam that produces real-time images of the soft tissue and glands of the neck. It assists in the identification of abnormalities like thyroid nodules, cysts, enlarged lymph nodes, papillary disorders of the salivary glands, abscesses, tumors, and inflammatory conditions. The procedure is completely painless, non-radiating, and safe for adults, children, and even elderly patients.

Purpose of USG Neck

1. Thyroid evaluation

• Detects thyroid nodules, cysts, and goitre
• Evaluates thyroid enlargement and thyroiditis
• Monitors known thyroid diseases

2. Assessment of neck swelling

• Assesses palpable masses and/or lumps
• Aids in the detection of cysts, abscesses, or soft tissue lesions

3. Lymph node evaluation

• Assesses enlarged or abnormal lymph nodes
• Helps differentiate reactive, infectious, and suspicious lymph nodes
• Assists in follow-up after treatment

4. Salivary gland assessment

• Sits in the front of the neck, one on each side, and checks both the parotid gland and the submandibular gland in the neck
• Can identify stones, cysts, inflammation, or tumors

5. Vascular assessment

• Doppler ultrasound is used to assess blood flow in the carotid and vertebral arteries
• Identifies conditions of narrowing or the presence of plaques or other vascular disorders (as indicated)

Conditions Commonly Evaluated

• Thyroid nodules
• Goitre
• Thyroid cysts
• Thyroiditis
• The lymph nodes in the neck are enlarged
• Neck abscesses
• Salivary gland stones
• Salivary gland infections
• Neck masses benign/malign.Benign and Malignant Neck Masses
• Congenital neck cysts
• If feasible, do a Doppler evaluation of carotid artery disease

Benefits of USG Neck

• Non-invasive and painless
• No radiation exposure
• Imaging of soft tissues in real time
• Absolutely safe for patients of all ages
• Excellent for the diagnosis of thyroid and lymph node disease, alcohol-induced liver damage
• Limiting the use of biopsies or FNAC
• It is fast, inexpensive, and easily accessible

Risks and Limitations

Safety

• The use of ultrasound is extremely safe and does not involve ionizing radiation.
• It can be used by adults, children, and pregnant women.

Limitations

• Ultrasound is satisfactory for seeing structures behind bone or air-filled tissues.
• In certain cases, ultrasound is sufficient to assess deep neck lesions, so they may need a CT or MRI.
• In cases of suspicion of vascular abnormalities, Doppler may be ordered.

Conclusion

USG Neck is a non-invasive, safe imaging test that is very useful to explore the soft tissues of the neck, including the thyroid, lymph system, and salivary glands. It has considerable value in the diagnosis of diseases of the thyroid, swelling of the neck, enlarged lymph nodes or infection, cysts, and tumors, and also helps in image-guided procedures like fine needle aspiration (FNA) and biopsy. Type: USG Neck is designed for excellent soft tissue resolution without the use of radiation and, therefore, is ideal for the first-line investigation of many conditions involving the neck.