Overview

This volume provides an introduction to the basics of clinical ultrasound for all medical and health care personnel seeking to understand its rudiments and to operate ultrasonic devices effectively in diagnosis and therapy. Beginning with a tutorial review of the principles of ultrasound, the book then examines the rapidly multiplying variety of instrumentation and techniques, describes the key biological effects, defines the essentials of day-to-day quality assurance and standards maintenance, and outlines the diverse and powerful array of clinical and therapeutic applications. Whether you are a medical student, a scientist interested in bioinstrumentation, and ultrasound technician, or a practicing physician hoping to update your knowledge of this exceptionally valuable technique, The book should lay a foundation for more advanced study, as well as serving as an office and laboratory guide to effective clinical praxis.

Full Product Details

Author:   Michael H. Repacholi ,  Deirdre A. Benwell
Publisher:   Humana Press Inc.
Imprint:   Humana Press Inc.
Edition:   1982 ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   1.480kg
ISBN:  

9780896030282

ISBN 10:   0896030288
Pages:   330
Publication Date:   04 August 1982
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1 Physical Characteristics of Ultrasound.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Acoustic Waves.- 3. Parameters on an Ultrasonic Wave.- 4. Ultrasonic Transducers.- 5. Characteristics of Ultrasound Beams.- 6. Reflection and Refraction.- 7. Absorption and Scattering.- 8. Conclusion.- Appendix: Mathematical Derivations of Physical Characteristics.- References.- 2 Biophysical Mechanisms of Ultrasound.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Thermal Mechanism.- 3. Stress Mechanisms.- 4. Cavitation.- 5. Conclusions.- References.- 3 Ultrasonic Measurement Techniques and Equipment Output Levels.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Measurement Parameters.- 3. Techniques and Instrumentation.- 4. Ultrasound Equipment Output Levels.- References.- 4 Selected Biological Effects of Ultrasound.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Whole-Body Radiation.- 3. Tissues and Organs.- 4. Cells and Microorganisms.- 5. Biomacromolecules and Their Assemblages.- 6. Concluding Remarks.- 7. Acknowledgments.- References.- 5 Clinical Applications of Diagnostic Ultrasound.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Head.- 3. Neck.- 4. Chest.- 5. Abdomen.- 6. Pelvis.- 7. Extremities.- 8. Conclusion.- 6 Ultrasound Therapy.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Therapeutic Devices and the Ultrasound Field.- 3. Quality Assurance and Standards.- 4. Ultrasound Transmission and Absorption in Biological Materials.- 5. Applications of Therapeutic Ultrasound.- 6. Minimizing Operator and Patient Exposure.- 7. Contraindications for the Application of Ultrasound in Therapy.- 8. Summary.- References.- 7 Quality Assurance in Diagnostic Ultrasound.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Description of Equipment Displays.- 3. Equipment Operation.- 4. Routine Preventive Maintenance.- 5. System Performance and Testing.- 6. Routine Performance Tests.- Performance Test Worksheets.- 7. Summary.- Sample Service Logs.- References.- Bibliography: Selected Quality Assurance Publications.- 8 Ultrasound Standards: Regulations and Guidelines.- 1. Philosophy of Developing Standards.- 2. Biological Effects.- 3. Types of Standards.- 4. Device or Emission Standards.- 5. Safe-Use Guidelines and Education.- 6. International Activities.- 7. National Standards.- 8. Summary.- References.- Glossary of Ultrasound Terminology.

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