A more detailed (level 11) scan, which may use more sophisticated equipment, can take anywhere form 30 minutes to 90 minutes or more. There is a new 3-D ultrasound that uses special equipment to show a three-dimensional view of the baby that looks almost as detailed as a photograph, which I personally was very impressed with. This procedure is new and may only be available in major medical centers. .
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Before starting with the first exam, The Sonographer introduced me to the patient who was there for a gallbladder exam. I ask her permission to stay in the room and help with her exam. The patient agreed, and stated that it was fine with her. The patient was made comfortable and the procedure was explained to her. To begin the exam, I was shown that the liver, pancreas, common bile duct and the gallbladder are all scanned because these organs are all connected in some way. Each organ was scanned in a different plane, longitudinally and transverse. This allows you to look at the organ in many ways. .
When scanning the organs, pictures are taken from top to bottom and from left to right. The Sonographer must know what the organs would look like normally, so that any abnormalities can be imaged and shown to the Radiologist, who will interpret the films and give the doctors a report. .
This exam of the patient's gallbladder went really well. The reason was, the patient was a small person, which I was explained, made it much easier as compared to a heavier set patient. She was very co-operative and at ease with the procedure. .
The second exam I observed was a pelvic ultra sound. Again, I was introduced to the patient and ask permission to observe the exam. The patient was comfortable with me being there. For this exam, the patient must have a full urinary bladder so that the Sonographer can get clear pictures of the organs in the pelvic area. During the exam, the uterus, left and right ovary and the areas around these organs are scanned.
DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY I. INTRODUCTION A. Purpose and Scope II. FINDINGS A. What is Sonography? 1. Overview of the career 2. Nature of the work 3. Working conditions B. Why choose Sonography? 1. Employment possibilities 2. Earnings potential 3. Making a difference C...
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