Kidney and urinary tract ultrasound for children
Kidney and bladder ultrasound for children in Pilsen – for recurring urinary tract infections or a kidney check-up. No referral, painless.
A kidney and bladder ultrasound is one of the most common examinations in children. It shows the size, shape and position of the kidneys and the state of the bladder — painlessly, without radiation and, in Pilsen, with no referral.
When to consider a kidney ultrasound
- recurring urinary tract infections,
- a kidney check-up after a finding on a pregnancy or maternity-ward scan, such as a dilated renal pelvis,
- pain in the lower back or problems passing urine,
- following up an earlier finding on the kidneys or bladder.
A fever with pain when passing urine, especially in a small child, belongs with the paediatrician first — a urinary tract infection needs treating straight away. The ultrasound then helps find out why the infections keep coming back.
Preparation: a full bladder
The preparation is the same as for adults: the bladder can only be seen well when it is full. Drink 0.5–1 litre of still water an hour before the scan and do not go to the toilet. There is no need to fast, but it helps to avoid bloating foods and fizzy drinks the day before.
The scan usually takes 15–30 minutes. Your child lies on their back and then on their side while the doctor moves the probe with gel. A parent stays with them throughout. The doctor can also check how much urine stays in the bladder after emptying it.
More about these examinations on the kidney ultrasound and bladder ultrasound pages.
The scans are done by our radiologists MUDr. Václava Vicari and MUDr. Jiří Rezek, who also work at the University Hospital Pilsen.
Price
| Examination | Price |
|---|---|
| Ultrasound examination | 900 Kč |
Children pay the same as adults. You will find everything in our price list.
The clinic is in Pilsen, in Roudná — about 20–30 minutes from Rokycany and Přeštice, 45–50 minutes from Klatovy, Domažlice or Tachov. Getting here.
You can book online or call +420 720 827 850. Other examinations are on the ultrasound for children page.
Frequently asked questions
Does my child need a full bladder?
Yes, for the bladder — as for adults, drink 0.5–1 litre of still water an hour beforehand and do not go to the toilet.
Our paediatrician recommended a kidney check after birth. Can we come to you?
Yes. Bring the report from the maternity ward or your paediatrician so the doctor can compare the findings.
Do we need a referral?
No. You book the examination yourself and the doctor explains the result straight away.