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Ultrasound model predicts liver disease progress

AuntMinnie

A predictive model combining multiple ultrasonic parameters could discriminate between different liver diseases in a study published March 19 in Radiology. These findings are important for noninvasive assessment of the MAFLD disease process,” the Liu team wrote. The results have been promising when compared to liver biopsy.

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How Good is Ultrasound at Diagnosing PTA?

REBEL EM

Background: The increased utility and accessibility of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has allowed clinicians the freedom to rethink their diagnostic approach for many common diseases, including peritonsillar abscess (PTA). Clinical evaluation may prove difficult since many PTA and peritonsillar cellulitis symptoms overlap.

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Non-Invasive Ultrasound Imaging Device Diagnoses Risk of Chronic Kidney Disease

MedImaging Radiography

A new computer-based diagnostic tool combines ultrasound imagery with specific clinical indicators to evaluate the risk of moderate-to-severe renal fibrosis.

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Quantitative ultrasound parameters offer new tool for diagnosing lung disease

Medical Xpress: Radiology

Researchers have established a suite of parameters that can be determined using ultrasound to quantitatively measure different physical characteristics of the lung. The researchers also demonstrated that the parameters can be used to accurately diagnose and assess the severity of lung diseases in an animal model.

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UltraCon: Ultrasound empowers patients with prosthetic limbs

AuntMinnie

Ultrasound is known for its versatility in medical imaging, but it can go far beyond just diagnosing patients with various diseases. Gil Weinberg, PhD, founder of Georgia Tech's Center for Music Technology, spoke with AuntMinnie.com on ultrasound's role in empowering patients with prosthetic limbs.

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Quantitative Ultrasound Parameters Offer New Tool for Diagnosing Lung Disease

MedImaging Radiography

Researchers have defined a set of ultrasound parameters that quantitatively evaluate various physical lung characteristics for a more accurate assessment.

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Lymphoscintigraphy underused in the U.S. to diagnose lymphedema

AuntMinnie

Lymphoscintigraphy (LSG) is recommended but seldom used to diagnose lymphedema in real-world settings in the U.S., The disease is a particular concern among cancer patients, they noted. Conversely, the most frequently performed study was duplex ultrasound, which was carried out in 50% of all patients.

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