Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound: From Simple to Complex

Description

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the value of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) in the diagnosis of a wide variety of pathologies. Sonography reliably identifies a wide range of diseases, and the efficacy of modern ultrasound has dramatically improved with contrast enhancement. This book covers almost all aspects of CEUS starting from basic principles and ending with features of its application in individual organs. In particular, it explores the diseases of abdominal, retroperitoneal, and pelvic organs as well as superficial structures, highlighting the characteristic features of typical findings. Focal lesions are discussed in depth, with attention to their early detection and differential diagnosis. Besides, a practical approach to the stratification of the risk of malignancies is provided. The authors summarized their own experience with CEUS in oncology, hepatology, gynecology, urology, endocrinology, and other fields of medicine. The role of CEUS in differential diagnosis of various disorders of the female reproductive system is comprehensively discussed as well. The presentation is clear and concise, and richly illustrated. The book will be a helpful tool for both residents and practitioners approaching ultrasound diagnostics, as well for more experienced radiologists  and other professionals. Foreword Preface Contents Abbreviations Introduction 1: General Aspects of the Use of Contrast Agents in Diagnostic Ultrasound. History and Current State of the Technology. Review of Contrast Agents References 2: Physical Principles and Technical Aspects of CEUS References 3: Technique of CEUS and Data Analysis 3.1 Qualitative Analysis of CEUS Data 3.2 Quantitative Analysis of CEUS Data References 4: Liver 4.1 Liver Tumors 4.1.1 Benign Liver Lesions 4.1.2 Malignant Liver Lesions and Metastases 4.2 Non-neoplastic Liver Lesions 4.3 Quantitative Analysis of CEUS Data in Differential Diagnosis of Focal Liver Lesions 4.4 Diffuse Liver Disorders 4.5 Liver Transplant References 5: Gallbladder References 6: Pancreas 6.1 Pancreatic Tumors 6.2 Pancreatic Cystic Lesions References 7: Spleen References 8: Kidneys and Adrenals 8.1 Renal Ischemic Injury. Kidney Transplant 8.2 Renal Inflammatory Diseases 8.3 Renal Cysts 8.4 Renal Tumors 8.5 Adrenals References 9: Small Intestine and Colon References 10: Bladder References 11: Prostate References 12: CEUS in Gynecology 12.1 Uterus 12.2 Ovary 12.3 Hystero-Salpingo-Contrast Sonography 12.4 CEUS of Pelvic Veins References 13: Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands References 14: Breast References 15: Salivary Glands References 16: Scrotum and Testicles References 17: Lymph Nodes References 18: Major Blood Vessels References 19: CEUS for Minimally Invasive Procedures: Intracavitary CEUS References 20: CEUS in Pediatric Practice References