Artifacts

Apr 2, 2017 by in ULTRASONOGRAPHY Comments Off on Artifacts

Artifacts Artifacts in musculoskeletal ultrasound refer to features in the ultrasound image that do not reliably represent the anatomic structure underneath the transducer. Knowledge of artifacts is critical for reliably…

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Imaging Masses

Apr 2, 2017 by in ULTRASONOGRAPHY Comments Off on Imaging Masses

Imaging Masses A systematic approach to masses is needed for anyone involved in musculoskeletal ultrasound. They can be encountered incidentally in routine examinations and frequently are the presenting complaint. A…

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Scanning Techniques and Ergonomics

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Scanning Techniques and Ergonomics INTRODUCTION Development of proper positioning and scanning early on in training is paramount to success later on. The goal should be to have an arrangement in…

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Foreign Bodies

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Foreign Bodies INTRODUCTION Identification and removal of foreign bodies can be extremely challenging in some circumstances. Plain film radiography has traditionally been the imaging modality of choice for most foreign…

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Image Optimization

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Image Optimization Once the instrumentation has been reasonably mastered, the examiner can then strive to optimize the image desired. The goal is to have the image centered with sufficient clarity…

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Introduction

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Related posts: Image Optimization Scanning Techniques and Ergonomics Imaging Masses Ultrasound Guidance for Injections Imaging Tendon Imaging Muscle

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Coronary artery Disease

Apr 1, 2017 by in CARDIOVASCULAR IMAGING Comments Off on Coronary artery Disease

FIGURE 4-1 Multiplanar reformat image shows angiographicallynormal LMCA and LAD coronary arteries. FIGURE 4-2 Multiplanar reformat view of the Cx indicates no angiographically definable disease. FIGURE 4-3 Multiplanar reformat view…

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Pericardial Disease

Apr 1, 2017 by in CARDIOVASCULAR IMAGING Comments Off on Pericardial Disease

Amr M. Ajlan, MD, FRCPCJonathon Leipsic, MD CASE 1 Normal Pericardial Anatomy by CT A 74-year-old woman smoker presented with a productive cough. She did not improve despite a course…

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