How to set-up and perform contrast-enhanced ultrasound

Area of Science:

• Medical Imaging
• Diagnostic Ultrasound

Background:

• Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) is integral to modern ultrasound practice.
• CEUS offers a valuable alternative to CT and MRI for numerous diagnostic tasks.

Purpose of the Study:

• To advocate for the widespread adoption of CEUS as a standard diagnostic tool.
• To provide guidance on establishing and performing CEUS examinations.

Main Methods:

• The abstract outlines the essential steps for setting up a CEUS service.
• It details the procedural components of a CEUS examination, from consent to aftercare.

Main Results:

• CEUS can effectively address a broad spectrum of imaging problems.
• Establishing a CEUS service is practical for motivated healthcare providers.

Conclusions:

• CEUS should be liberally utilized by sonographers, radiologists, and sonologists.
• Key considerations for CEUS implementation include staff training, administrative processes, and quality control.