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Abdominal Ultrasound III (SON 408)

Term: 2009 - 2010 Academic Year Summer

Faculty

There is not currently a faculty member for this course

Description

RENAL
The goal is to understand the make-up and function of the urinary system. Being able to differentiate between a normal and abnormal exam, be able to initiate a color flow and Doppler study of the renal artery and vein and able to locate a transplanted kidney. To be able to appreciate the use of different views and patient positions that are needed to produce a quality exam.

GI
Provide the knowledge of the normal and abnormal GI Tract and learn the function and sonographic appearance of the GI tract.

TESTICULAR AND PROSTATE
This course will enable the student to recognize the sonographic features of the normal and abnormal prostate and testicle. To be able to perform a color flow study
of the testicles. To know the correct patient position for both a prostate and testicular exam.

BREAST
Study of the normal and abnormal anatomy of the breast and how ultrasound works in conjunction with mammography in order to give the patient the most accurate
diagnosis.

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