Alternative Imaging Technology Flashcards

Review of Chapter 8

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What is the definition of Artifact?

A

It refers to something seen on an ultrasound image that anatomically does not exist

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2
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What does MRI stand for?

A

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

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3
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What happens when the transducers has a high frequency?

A

It increases the resolution and the attenuation but decreases penetration

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What happens when the transducer has a low frequency?

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It decreases the resolution and attenuation but it increases the penetration

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5
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What does Anechoic mean?

A

The image is dark (black)

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6
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What does Isoechoic mean?

A

The image is the same echogenicity as other organs (no differentiation)

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What does Hypoechoic mean?

A

The image is darker than its surrounding tissue

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8
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What does Hyperechoic mean?

A

The image is lighter that its surrounding tissue

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9
Q

What is the part of the small intestine were we can’t see completely?

A

Jejunum

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Why is it important to recognize a Falciform Fat?

A

Because it can be resembled as a liver tissue. The Falciform Fat has a coarser tissue than the liver tissue.

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