New and Emerging Imaging Technologies in Ultrasound Flashcards
What does ABUS stand for?
Automated Breast US
What is the purpose of ABUS?
To scan breasts for masses using a calibrated ultrasound sweep
Advantages to ABUS?
- Images DENSE breasts when mammograms dont work well
- Safe - no radiation
- Calibrated images
- Fast
Disadvantages of ABUS?
- Does not replace mammography
- Operator dependent
- Cost
- Requires an US unit
Who usually uses POCUS?
Physicians
What is the use of AI?
Uses algorithms to read images and detect abnormalities
What can AI be useful in detecting? (What organs?)
Lung and breast lesions
SonoCNS is an example of what?
Artificial Intelligence
What kind of imaging is useful for detecting trickle flow?
B-flow
What is B-flow?
Allows visualization of blood flow by enhancing RBC signals and suppressing tissue signal
What does B-flow NOT show?
Flow direction and amplitude
What kind of test uses calibrated images?
ABUS
What kind of imaging often requires a full exam to be done anyways?
POCUS as it is not a full bedside exam
What type of imaging primarily uses AI to to read images?
MRI and CT
What type of imaging is an advantage of a FAST exam?
POCUS
