Practical Gynaecological Ultrasound
Edition: 2 edition
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: June 19, 2006
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 176
ISBN-13: 9780521674508
Subjects: Gynaecology & obstetrics; Ultrasonics; Medical; Medical / Nursing; Diagnostic Imaging; Gynecology & Obstetrics; Medical / Diagnostic Imaging; Generative organs, Female; Genital Diseases, Female; Ultrasonic imaging; Ultrasonography; instrumentation
First sentence: The selection of equipment for gynaecological ultrasound, as in other clinical areas, amounts to: Selecting the scanner.
Description: Provides a fully up-dated and practical introduction to gynaecological ultrasound. It describes and explains background anatomy and physiology, instrumentation and how to make the best use of equipment. Emphasis is placed on how to maximise image quality, and how to recognise normal and pathological features. The volume also assesses other relevant diagnostic techniques and various management strategies, and evaluates the role of ultrasound as part of patient management. It includes chapters on pathology of the uterus, ovaries and adnexae, paediatric and trauma cases, together with management of infertility and other gynaecological perspectives of patient management.