Interventional Ultrasound, An Issue of Ultrasound Clinics (The Clinics: Radiology) (Original PDF from Publisher)

Innovations in Interventional Ultrasound: A Comprehensive Examination

Interventional ultrasound has revolutionized the field of minimally invasive procedures, providing a safe and effective alternative to traditional surgical interventions. This issue of Ultrasound Clinics delves into the cutting-edge techniques and applications of ultrasound-guided interventions, covering a comprehensive range of topics:

Breast Health and Intervention

• Breast-Ultrasound Surveillance and Intervention: Explore the role of ultrasound in detecting and evaluating breast abnormalities, guiding biopsies, and administering targeted therapies.

Infection Management

• Ultrasound-Guided Abscess Drainage: Technical and Clinical Aspects: Delve into the techniques, indications, and complications of ultrasound-guided abscess drainage, providing a practical guide for healthcare professionals.

Hepatic Intervention

• The Use of Ultrasound in TIPS: Pre-Procedural Role in Evaluating the Need for Intervention: Discover the crucial role of ultrasound in assessing the need for transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunts (TIPS) in patients with portal hypertension.
• Dialysis Fistula Surveillance: Enhance your understanding of the use of ultrasound to monitor the patency and function of dialysis fistulas, ensuring optimal vascular access for patients undergoing hemodialysis.

Tissue Biopsy

• Ultrasound-Guided Solid Organ Biopsy: Learn the indications, techniques, and interpretation of ultrasound-guided biopsies of solid organs, such as the liver, kidneys, and prostate.
• Ultrasound-Guided Biopsies of Superficial Structures (Thyroids and Lymph Nodes): Master the techniques for ultrasound-guided biopsies of superficial structures, including the thyroid and lymph nodes, providing accurate diagnosis and staging of various conditions.

Biliary Intervention

• Ultrasound-Guided Biliary Intervention: Explore the role of ultrasound in guiding biliary drainage procedures, such as endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography (PTC), enabling effective management of biliary disorders.

Tumor Ablation

• Tumor Ablation: US vs CT: Compare the advantages and disadvantages of ultrasound-guided tumor ablation versus CT-guided ablation, providing insights into the appropriate choice of technique based on tumor characteristics.

Vascular Access and Intervention

• Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access and Intervention: Enhance your skills in ultrasound-guided vascular access techniques, including venipuncture, central line placement, and thrombectomy.

Musculoskeletal Interventions

• The Use of Ultrasound in Musculoskeletal Interventions: Explore the applications of ultrasound in guiding musculoskeletal procedures, such as joint injections, nerve blocks, and biopsies, improving both safety and accuracy.

Technological Advancements

• Ultrasound and GPS Technology: Learn about the integration of ultrasound with GPS technology, enabling real-time navigation during interventional procedures and enhancing precision.
• High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound: Delve into the principles, applications, and safety considerations of high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) in treating a variety of medical conditions, including tumors, vascular malformations, and neurological disorders.

Venous System Evaluation

• Varicose Vein Ablation: Discover the use of ultrasound in guiding varicose vein ablation procedures, such as laser therapy, radiofrequency ablation, and sclerotherapy, ensuring effective treatment and aesthetic outcomes.
• Diagnosis and Intervention in the Venous Portal System: Enhance your understanding of ultrasound-based diagnosis and intervention in the venous portal system, including portal hypertension, cirrhosis, and budd-chiari syndrome.

Hepatic Artery Stenosis

• Ultrasound Evaluation of Hepatic Artery Stenosis: Explore the role of ultrasound in detecting and evaluating hepatic artery stenosis, providing guidance for appropriate medical or surgical management.