Thoracic Ultrasonography Until recently ultrasonography of the lungs did not gain widespread acceptance, since its usefulness was questioned given the fact that ultrasound cannot transmit through air-filled spaces or penetrate…
TABLE 5-1 Indications for Breast Ultrasound Evaluation of a palpable mass or other signs/symptoms in the breast Evaluation of abnormalities on other imaging studies (such as mammography or MRI) Initial…
Normal Anatomy, Normal Ultrasound The normal anatomy of the anus can be evaluated through ultrasound with great accuracy. The structures include the anal mucosa, the internal anal sphincter (IAS), the…
EUS in the Esophagus Esophageal cancer The TNM classification (Table 11-1) is currently used for the staging of esophageal cancer1,2 and accurate staging is critical for directing patients to appropriate…
Transabdominal Ultrasound Overview of transabdominal ultrasound Ultrasound provides a unique role in evaluating internal anatomy. The ability to visualize cross-sectional and sagittal anatomy and to clearly differentiate cystic structures from…
-26 Professional Component Unmodified ultrasound CPT codes are “global” service codes, where the technical and professional components are combined. Technical component refers to the facility portion, and includes equipment cost…
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Radial Femoral Access site bleeding 0–0.6 % 3–4 % Artery complications Rare local irritation, pulse loss 3–9 %, forearm hematoma Pseudoaneurysm Patient discomfort Significantly reduced Increased Ambulation Immediate 2–4…
Fig. 8.1 Ultrasound waves are generated perpendicular to the IVUS catheter (Courtesy of Boston Scientific) There are currently two different types of IVUS catheter designs; solid state and rotational and…
