Ultrasounds have the potential to damage coronavirus
A study from MIT’s Mechanical Engineering Department suggests ultrasounds have the potential to damage coronaviruses. Simulations show ultrasound waves at medical imaging frequencies can cause the virus’ shell and spikes to collapse and rupture.Through computer...
So you just purchased an ultrasound machine, how do I use it?
Getting started The first steps of performing an ultrasound involve: Turning on the machine (easy, but often overlooked; often a button in the upper left or right corner of the keypad). Entering the patient’s information (e.g. name, date of birth, hospital number)....
What are the main parts of an Ultrasound Machine
Transducer Probe This is the most important part of the machine. The ultrasound linear probe is responsible for sending and receiving the sound waves that create the image. It does this through the piezoelectric effect, a phenomenon that causes quartz crystals within...
The Major Uses of Ultrasound Technology
Ultrasound has been used in a variety of clinical settings, including obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology and cancer detection. The main advantage of ultrasound is that certain structures can be observed without using radiation. Ultrasound can also be done much...
User Stories: Dr. Vibha Gupta, Emergency Room Physician, Oakland, California
Dr. Vibha K. Gupta is a Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physician who practices in Oakland and Richmond, California. Emergency Medicine is the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions that require immediate attention. It’s a fast-paced environment where you...
User Stories: Dr. Kris Kuhl, Anesthesiologist, Freemont, California
All Imaging Systems spoke to Dr. Kris Kuhl who is an Anesthesiologist in Fremont, California. He has 11 years of experience and has seen the evolution of ultrasound imaging from the start of his career. Currently ultrasounds are used on a daily basis for nerve blocks...