Overview
Ultrasound uses sound wave reflection to produce real time images. It is portable radiation free and excellent for soft tissue vascular and obstetric imaging.
Technique
Probe selection Doppler settings and patient positioning determine image quality. Operator skill is a major determinant of diagnostic accuracy.
Clinical Uses
Applications include abdominal obstetric vascular Doppler musculoskeletal thyroid and point of care ultrasound POCUS.
Limitations and Safety
Limited penetration in obese or gas filled patients. Operator dependence and limited bone and air visualization are constraints.