Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Describe the landmarks of the thoracic cavity Define the relational landmarks of the heart Discuss the function of the pericardial sac Differentiate the three layers of the heart wall…
Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Describe the sonographic technique to image the neonatal and infant spinal column Describe the sonographic appearance of normal anatomy of the spinal cord, the dura, the nerve roots, and…
Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Discuss anatomy of the neonatal hip Describe normal movements of the hip Describe sonographic evaluation of the neonatal hip, including technique and protocol Describe the normal sonographic appearance of…
Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Recognize normal neuroanatomy as it pertains to the ultrasound examination of the preterm and term neonate Describe the coronal, sagittal, and mastoid view studies Discuss the sonographic findings in…
Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Discuss the sonographic approach to imaging neonatal/pediatric kidneys and adrenal glands Distinguish normal anatomy and sonographic findings from abnormal findings List and discuss the pathologic conditions covered in this…
Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Understand the different pediatric stages/ages and how to increase patient cooperation List the more common hepatobiliary, pancreatic, and splenic reasons for acute abdominal pain in the pediatric population List…
Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Identify the normal anatomic location and function of the tendon, ligament, muscle, nerve, and bursa Know the advantages and disadvantages of sonographic artifacts in musculoskeletal imaging Summarize the basic…
Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Identify the normal anatomy of the scrotum Explain the vascular supply to the scrotal contents Describe patient positioning, scanning protocol, and technical considerations for an ultrasound examination of the…
Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Discuss the embryology of the thyroid and parathyroid glands Describe the normal anatomy and physiology of the thyroid and parathyroid glands Define the relational anatomy of the thyroid and…
Objectives On completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Describe breast anatomy and sonographic layers Understand breast physiology Explain the difference between breast screening and breast imaging Summarize the indications for the use of ultrasound in breast imaging…