ISSN:0894-8771    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Ultrasound for detection of intraabdominal injury from blunt trauma is becoming the initial imaging study of choice in emergency departments worldwide. A plethora of clinical studies investigating the accuracy of ultrasound in this setting exists, and most thus far have concentrated on the detection of hemoperitoneum. Ultrasound may also have use in the imaging and detection of solid organ and bowel injuries, but few studies have addressed this. In this article we describe the evolution of ultrasound for blunt abdominal trauma, and present an up-to-date review of the myriad clinical studies concerning detection of hemoperitoneum in adult and pediatric patients. We also review a few studies focusing on the role of ultrasound in the detection of specific organ injuries. Advantages, pitfalls, and controversies in training and credentialing are also discussed.

ISSN:0894-8771    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Abdominal pain is a common complaint of patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). With worldwide dissemination of the disease into the community, physicians involved in imaging should be familiar with the spectrum of imaging manifestations that may be seen in AIDS patients. In this article, the author discusses sonographic findings associated with the major painful abdominal pathologies affecting the AIDS population.

ISSN:0894-8771    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

This article reviews the use of rectal endosonography in the staging of rectal carcinoma, its technique, and the appearance of rectal carcinoma. Readers will familiarize themselves with the staging, various treatment alternatives, and surveillance of this malignancy.

ISSN:0894-8771    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Primary and secondary malignant hepatic tumors are some of the most common tumors in the world. Unfortunately chemotherapy and radiation therapy are ineffective against them. Surgical resection is considered the definitive curative option; however, only a few patients are surgical candidates. Recent results from multiple investigations indicate several minimally invasive management techniques are effective for treating those with primary and secondary malignant tumors, and that these techniques may likely replace surgical resection in the near future.In this article the authors will review the current thermal ablative techniques for malignant hepatic tumors including radiofrequency ablation, microwave ablation, and laser ablation. Aspects of each technique, including patient selection, equipment, management technique, and recent patient outcome, will be presented. The benefits and limitations of each technique will be discussed.

ISSN:0894-8771    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID