3D ultrasound

About this specialty

Three-dimensional ultrasound to see your baby during pregnancy and to study organs, tissues and joints.

Diagnostics and tests

3D ultrasound

A 3D ultrasound reconstructs the volume of what it scans instead of showing a single plane. In pregnancy that means seeing your baby's face, hands and movements far more clearly; in other cases, it helps locate a lesion or an abnormality more precisely. It uses sound waves rather than radiation and is painless.

Scans are performed by a doctor specialising in ultrasound, who then writes the report. We see our own patients and referrals from other professionals, always by appointment; bring the referral letter if another doctor requested the scan. We work with most health insurers.

The scan in detail

Services in this specialty: 3D ultrasound

Pregnancy scans. Detailed images of your baby's development: facial features, limbs and movement in real time. Your obstetrician will tell you the best week to have it done.
Gynaecological assessment. Assessment of the uterus, ovaries and other reproductive structures to investigate fibroids, cysts or other changes.
Internal organs and thyroid. Imaging of the liver, kidneys, gallbladder and thyroid when a more precise picture than a conventional scan is needed.
Musculoskeletal injuries. Imaging of muscles, tendons and joints to identify injuries, inflammation and other changes.
What the scan is like. Gel is applied to the skin and the probe is moved over the area. It takes a few minutes and needs no special preparation, except for abdominal scans.
Who performs it. Dr Xavier Targa, a doctor specialising in ultrasound, performs the scan and writes the report with the findings and, where relevant, the next steps.

Centre Mèdic Palafrugell facilities: Diagnostics and tests

For abdominal scans we will tell you whether to come fasting or with a full bladder. Bring the referral and any earlier reports for the same area. Call 972 30 65 65 or request an appointment through the contact form.

Covered by most health insurers. Check yours on the list of insurers.

Professionals in this specialty

Dr. Jordi Teruel AgustínRadiologyRead their profile →
Dr. Xavier Targa PiñolRadiology and ultrasoundRead their profile →
Dr. Jorge Ortiz RoqueRadiology

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Frequently asked questions about 3D ultrasound

Is a 3D ultrasound painful, and does it use radiation?

No. It uses sound waves rather than X-rays and is painless: gel is applied to the skin and the probe is moved over the area. The scan takes a few minutes.

When during pregnancy is a 3D scan done?

Your obstetrician will tell you the best week, as it depends on how far along you are and how your baby is lying. Come with their instructions and we will book you in; the scan is performed by a doctor specialising in ultrasound, who then writes the report.

Where are 3D scans done in Palafrugell, and is any preparation needed?

They are done at Centre Mèdic Palafrugell, always by appointment and with a referral if another professional requested the scan. No special preparation is needed except for abdominal studies, where we will tell you whether to come fasting or with a full bladder.