The first comprehensive multi-specialty text on ultrasound guidance in interventional
procedures this book uses the authors' extensive clinical experience to provide a full
overview of modern interventional ultrasound. For all practitioners whether new to the
procedures or already using them Interventional Ultrasound offers expert advice and solutions
to commonly encountered questions and problems.Special Features:Provides a complete approach to
interventional ultrasound beginning with essential basics on materials equipment setup
requirements informed consent issues microbiologic aspects and hygiene Covers specific
ultrasound-guided diagnostic and therapeutic interventions in the abdomen thorax urogenital
tract musculoskeletal system thyroid and other sites including indications selection of
materials and biopsy devices preparation and detailed hands-on techniques as well as
management of complicationsDescribes key recent advances such as the use of ultrasound
contrast agents in interventional procedures adapting ultrasound transducers for endoscopic
use in biopsies of the thorax and gastrointestinal tract performing percutaneous biopsy
aspiration and drainage with ultrasound employing sonography in advanced ablative techniques
and moreExplores such cutting edge topics as symptom-oriented palliative care interventions
applications in critical care medicine and interventions in childrenHighlights for the first
time the vital role of assisting personnel in interventional ultrasound proceduresOffering
easy-to-follow instructions and nearly 600 high-quality illustrations Interventional
Ultrasound takes a practical cookbook approach ideal for daily use in the hospital or clinic.
It is an indispensable reference for interventional radiologists gastroenterologists
internists surgeons and other specialists who need to stay up-to-date on the newest technology
and applications in this rapidly advancing field.
