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- Michael Riccabona.
- Department of Radiology, Division of Pediatric Radiology, University Hospital Graz, Austria. Electronic address: michael.riccabona@klinikum-graz.at.
- Eur J Radiol. 2014 Sep 1; 83 (9): 1487-94.
AbstractUltrasonography (US) is the mainstay of paediatric Radiology. This review aims at revisiting basic US principles, to list specific needs throughout childhood, and to discuss the application of new and modern US methods. The various sections elude to basic US physics, technical requisites and tips for handling, diagnostically valuable applications of modern techniques, and how to properly address hazards, risks and limitations. In conclusion, US holds vast potential throughout childhood in almost all body regions and many childhood specific queries - helping to reduce the need for or to optimize more invasive or irradiating imaging. Make the most of US and offerings a dedicated paediatric US service throughout the day, the week and the year thus is and will stay a major task of Paediatric Radiology.Copyright © 2014 Elsevier Ireland Ltd. All rights reserved.
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