Imaging techniques such as ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) have significantly transformed medicine in recent decades. Today, we can see organs and blood vessels very clearly without performing invasive procedures on the body. In preventive medicine, it is important to us that we use the method that offers you the greatest possible benefit with the least risk. Ultrasound plays a particularly important role here, as it is gentle, radiation-free, and versatile.
We use them to detect diseases at an early stage and take preventive measures in a timely manner. In this way, we can often prevent serious illnesses from developing in the first place through targeted recommendations.
Have your heart and blood vessels checked in a timely manner
With an ultrasound examination of the carotid arteries, we can detect even the smallest deposits in the blood vessels—often long before symptoms appear. These deposits tell us how healthy your entire vascular system is, because all the arteries in the body are basically structured the same way. When we notice the first changes in the visible arteries, we assess your overall risk: What is your cholesterol level? Are there any family-related risks? What is your lifestyle like—sedentary or active? How do diet and smoking affect you?
If we see that there is an increased risk, we use additional methods. For example, a CT scan of the heart shows the coronary arteries in detail. This allows us to determine with certainty who actually benefits from medications such as cholesterol-lowering drugs—known as statins—and who does not need treatment. With this approach, we aim to prevent heart attacks and strokes without initiating unnecessary treatments.
Abdominal Organs and the Heart on Ultrasound
We can also reliably identify the abdominal organs using ultrasound: the liver, kidneys, spleen, pancreas, and the abdominal aorta. An important example is an abdominal aortic aneurysm —a dilation of the abdominal aorta. It develops slowly over the course of years, but often goes unnoticed. With ultrasound, we can detect it before it becomes dangerous and start modern treatments in a timely manner.
It is especially important to examine the liver. Blood test results are often normal, even though an ultrasound scan already shows a fatty liver. Fatty liver can cause inflammation and scarring and increases the long-term risk of liver cancer. We also take pancreatic steatosis seriously because it is often associated with abnormal blood sugar levels and indicates an increased risk of diabetes. In these cases, it is important that you make immediate changes to your lifestyle and diet so that your organs can get rid of the fat and regenerate.
During a heart ultrasound (echocardiography), we can see the heart beating in real time. We assess how hard the heart muscle is working and whether the heart valves are functioning properly. This allows us to detect problems such as high blood pressure before they cause symptoms. If necessary, we will supplement the examination with an MRI or CT scan to obtain even more detailed information.
High blood pressure, diabetes, and fatty liver disease are considered “silent killers”—they don’t cause any pain for a long time. But with ultrasound, we can make these risks visible. The sooner we detect changes, the better we can prevent heart attacks, strokes, and organ damage. Together with you, we will develop the appropriate steps to maintain your long-term health.
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