Why learn ultrasonography?
Ultrasound provides superior resolution compared to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT). A spatial resolution of less than 0.1 mm is common.
Unlike MRI, ultrasound provides a representation of actual tissue rather than tissue metabolism / ion movement.
Image & resolution
Ultrasound provides superior resolution compared to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT). A spatial resolution of less than 0.1 mm is common.
Unlike MRI, ultrasound provides a representation of actual tissue rather than tissue metabolism / ion movement.
Dynamic examination
Dynamic examination of a suspected pathology is often crucial for a correct diagnosis. With ultrasound, muscles, tendons, joints and nerves can be loaded and examined in real time. Today, there is no other common imaging diagnosis that can handle this.
Exposure
Ultrasound is free of ionizing radiation. This makes the technology particularly suitable for examining children.
Ultrasound is not adversely affected by metallic objects. Patients with prostheses, screws and plates can therefore be examined as usual.
For patients suffering from claustrophobia, ultrasound may often be preferable to MRI when examining soft tissue injuries.
Exposure
Ultrasound is free of ionizing radiation. This makes the technology particularly suitable for examining children.
Ultrasound is not adversely affected by metallic objects. Patients with prostheses, screws and plates can therefore be examined as usual.
For patients suffering from claustrophobia, ultrasound may often be preferable to MRI when examining soft tissue injuries.
Guidence during interventions
With ultrasound, you have the opportunity to ensure that an injection reaches its target area without damaging other surrounding tissue. Blockages, injections, aspirations, etc. can be made more effective and safe.
Availability & price
Ultrasound is used today in most areas of healthcare. The machines are usually very accessible in a hospital environment. It is in the room near the patient. Many machines today are portable. Even the more exclusive machines are today relatively cheap.