Ultrasound

Ultrasound, also referred to as sonography or diagnostic ultrasound, uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize soft tissue. Ultrasounds are frequently ordered to measure fetal anatomy during pregnancy, check for blood clots and to guide needle biopsy procedures of the breast, abdomen and pelvis. The imaging modality does not use any radiation to create images. Find news specific to cardiac ultrasound (echocardiography).

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Any further safety concerns could hinder ultrasound contrast agent delivery, manufacturer warns

North Billerica, Massachusetts-based Lantheus shared its forecast in a quarterly financial report published May 4. 

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Radiologists, sonographers achieve identical outcomes using first-line ultrasound for appendicitis

Ultrasound is used as the initial diagnostic test for suspected appendicitis in most children's hospitals, underscoring the importance of these findings, experts explained in JACR.

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Following FDA report of recent fatalities, society urges providers to continue using ultrasound contrast

Adverse reactions only occur in 1 of every 10,000 doses, the International Contrast Ultrasound Society estimated. 

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FDA warns providers after 2 patients die from ultrasound contrast-agent reactions

The administration is urging clinicians to ask patients about polyethylene glycol allergies and keep resuscitation personnel on hand during exams, according to a recently issued alert. 

New low-cost ultrasound training tool helps clinicians deliver common joint treatment

The 3D-printed model helps physicians practice administering imaging-guided corticosteroid finger injections, researchers reported in EMJ Radiology.

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Siemens Healthineers reportedly exploring sale of $1B ultrasound business

The Germany-based imaging manufacturer has recently received buyer interest in the product line, which could attract attention from private equity or strategic bidders. 

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Ultrasound maker Butterfly Network’s stock slides after first earnings report, despite revenue surge

The Connecticut-based imaging firm is eyeing further growth after just completing its $1.5B merger with an affiliate of Glenview Capital Management. 

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Ultrasound outperforms legacy technique at pinpointing heart arrhythmias

Commonly available electromechanical wave imaging accurately predicted 96% of abnormal heart rhythm locations.

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