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. 2023 Apr;48(4):1438-1453.
doi: 10.1007/s00261-023-03804-5.

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound for abdominal image-guided procedures

Craig B Wilsen  1 , Maitraya K Patel  2 , Michael L Douek  2 , Rinat Masamed  2 , Kristin M Dittmar  3 , David S K Lu  2 , Steven S Raman  2
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Contrast-enhanced ultrasound for abdominal image-guided procedures

Craig B Wilsen et al. Abdom Radiol (NY). 2023 Apr.

Abstract

Introduction: Since FDA approval for contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS), clinical applications have increased to include diagnostic imaging of hepatic, renal, and other abdominal lesions. The modality has also demonstrated utility in certain image-guided procedures. Intravascular ultrasound contrast agents use microbubbles to improve visibility of solid tumors. Lesions not well seen on grayscale or Doppler ultrasound may become amenable to CEUS-guided biopsy or ablation.

Materials and methods: This pictorial essay provides eleven examples to illustrate the current use of CEUS in a variety of abdominal image-guided procedures. Hepatic, renal, peritoneal, and soft tissue cases are presented.

Conclusion: CEUS can improve visualization and targeting in abdominal image-guided procedures, without nephrotoxicity or radiation exposure.

Keywords: Abdominal; CEUS; Contrast-enhanced; Image-guided procedures; Percutaneous; Ultrasound.

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