Surgical and Interventional Ultrasound

Surgical and Interventional Ultrasound offers a thorough survey of image-guided treatments in the OR, in the endoscopy suite, and at the bedside. This one-stop clinical companion spans virtually every kind of surgical and interventional specialty that utilizes ultrasound and delivers high-yield perspectives on using these techniques to ensure accurate clinical decision making.

FEATURES:

• An all-in-one primer for ultrasound--packed with valuable how-to's and insights that take you through the basic exam and the full scope of interventions
• Essential content for residents that supplements training in surgery residency programs--from the Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (FAST) exam, to intraoperative ultrasound and ultrasound-guided procedures such as breast biopsy or radiofrequency ablation
• Up-to-date, multidisciplinary focus on surgical and interventional ultrasound covers the array of procedures for which ultrasound is increasingly utilized
• Full-color illustrations with hundreds of ultrasound images
• Valuable opening chapter on the physics of ultrasound, which enables better quality images and a better understanding of image interpretation
• Important chapter on advanced technologies highlights 3D ultrasound imaging and contrast ultrasound, drawing attention to their safe and effective implementation in surgical practice
• Emphasis on ultrasound-guided anesthesia explains how ultrasound can enhance the precision of regional anesthetic procedures
• Instructive companion DVD features clips of key diagnostic and interventional techniques

ALL TESTS CAN BE TAKEN ONLINE
No matter which type of course you purchase, (complete course, download test, fax or online) you can take your test through our on-line testing site.
If you order any of the "Test Only" options, it DOES NOT INCLUDE THE BOOK.

On completion of this course the participant should be able to:
1. Name two types of sound waves used in ultrasound.
2. List the three basic components of an ultrasound system.
3. Name three non-obstetric areas where 3D ultrasound has a clear advantage over conventional ultrasound.
4. List at least 5 clinical indications for ultrasound of the thyroid.
5. Name the four main parenchymal patters evident on ultrasound of the breast.
6. List three common pitfalls that occur when performing an ultrasound of the breast.
7. List six categories of gray-scale imaging used in abdominal imaging.
8. Describe the technique used to obtain a clear pelvic view.
9. Name three different sonographic modes used in lung ultrasonography.
10. Name two therapeutic applications for low power ultrasound.