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Obstetric Ultrasound

How, Why and When

A highly illustrated, practical introduction to the practice of obstetric ultrasound which provides a step by step guide for those new to ultrasound as well as a source of… Leer más

Descripción

A highly illustrated, practical introduction to the practice of obstetric ultrasound which provides a step by step guide for those new to ultrasound as well as a source of reference for the more experienced ultrasonographer. Details the use of ultrasound n all aspects of pregnancy and its complications and in many commonly encountered gynaecological situations. Described by a reviewer of the second edition as "almost a DIY guide for all students, doctors, midwives and tutors who want to provides quality service to their clients".

Puntos claves

  • The order of material follows a logical approach to the use of ultrasound in pregnancy that's easy to learn and remember.
  • Comprehensive and user-friendly, this resource provides basic knowledge of the ultrasound.
  • The content offers accurate, precise, relevant, and applicable information that could be useful for a new student or an experienced practitioner.
  • High-quality images aid the reader in coming to an understanding of difficult topics.

De interès para

Diagnostic radiographers/radiologic technicians, students and qualified.
Midwives
Ultrasonographers and ultrasound technicians
Doctors with an interest in ultrasound, i.e. obstetricians, trainee radiologists.

Índice

1. Physics and instrumentation

2. Preparing to scan

3. First trimester ultrasound

4. Problems of early pregnancy

5. Scanning the non-pregnant pelvis

6. Ultrasound and infertility

7. Routine second trimester screening - assessing gestational age

8. Routine second trimester screening - assessing fetal anatomy

9. The placenta and amniotic fluid

10. Craniospinal abnormalities

11. Other fetal abnormalities

12. Fetal growth

13. Discussing the findings

14. Invasive procedures

15. The physics of Doppler ultrasound and Doppler equipment

16. Evaluating the pregnancy using Doppler

Index

Reseñas

". . . an essential reference for people starting out in obstetric ultrasound, be they medical or technical"Radiology Now
. . a practical manual…admirably suited for those new to ultrasonography who need to know its easy terminology and physical basis, and a basic technique to follow."Placenta
. . easy to read, simple to understand but comprehensive account of ultrasound used in obstetric practice . . . mine of relevant information."Midwifery
Ultrasound is a leader in its field and the 314 pages make an easy read with good photographic and diagrammatic illustrations. It compares favourably with other ultrasound books on the market because it is so comprehensive and user friendly."Midirs Midwifery Digest

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Sobre los autores

TC

Trish Chudleigh

Afiliaciones y experiencia
Specialist Sonographer for Education & Training, The Rosie Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK

BT

Basky Thilaganathan

Afiliaciones y experiencia
Director of Fetal Medicine, Fetal Medicine Unit, St. George's Hospital, London, UK