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ultrasound - Definition: (Source: MedicineNet)

Ultrasound : High-frequency sound waves. Ultrasound waves can be bounced off of tissues using special devices. The echoes are then converted into a picture called a sonogram. Ultrasound imaging, referred to as ultrasonography, allows physicians and patients to get an inside view of soft tissues and body cavities, without using invasive techniques. Ultrasound is often used to examine a fetus during pregnancy. There is no convincing evidence for any danger from ultrasound during pregnancy. ...
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Hotlines for ultrasound (Source: HealthHotLines)
American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
(800) 638-5352


ultrasound - Images (Source: MedLinePlus)
Abdominal ultrasound
Abdominal ultrasound
Ultrasound in pregnancy
Ultrasound in pregnancy
17 week ultrasound
17 week ultrasound
30 week ultrasound
30 week ultrasound
ultrasound, Carotid duplex
Carotid duplex
Ultrasound comparison
Ultrasound comparison

News on ultrasound
Ultrasound Helps Breast Cancer Detection (MedicineNet)
Obesity May Hide Fetal Abnormalities on Ultrasounds (MedicineNet)
3-D Doppler Ultrasound Helps ID Breast Cancers (MedicineNet)
Health Tip: Preparing for an Ultrasound (MedicineNet)
Obesity clouds pregnancy sonogram picture (ReutersHealth)
Study argues benefits of mammograms overstated (ReutersHealth)
Screening misses early ovarian cancer (ReutersHealth)

Further Reading on ultrasound
  • Fetal Ultrasound ( WebMD )
    A fetal ultrasound is a test done during pregnancy that uses reflected sound waves to produce a picture of a fetus, the organ that...Fetal ultrasound is a test done during pregnancy that uses...
  • Varicose Veins - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    The goals of varicose vein treatment are to reduce symptoms and prevent complications . For some , the ...therapy, such as surgery or sclerotherapy. Tests, such as Doppler ultrasound , may help your...
  • Toxoplasmosis During Pregnancy - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    Learn about treatment for toxoplasmosis during pregnancy...2 For more information, see the Medications section of this topic. Sometimes fetal ultrasound testing early in a pregnancy shows severe or...
  • Aortic Aneurysm - Overview ( WebMD )
    What is an aortic aneurysm ? An aortic aneurysm is a stretched and bulging section in the wall of the aorta . The aorta is the large ...have an aneurysm, you may have tests such as an ultrasound , a CT...
  • Uterine Fibroids - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Uterine fibroids are lumps that grow on your uterus . You can have fibroids on the inside , on the outside , or in the wall of your ...your uterus. Your doctor may send you to have an ultrasound or...


  • Molar Pregnancy - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    A molar pregnancy is removed with vacuum aspiration under general anesthesia...A molar pregnancy is removed with vacuum aspiration under general anesthesia. Pelvic ultrasound may be used during the...
  • Spermatocele (Epididymal Cyst) - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    What is a spermatocele ? A spermatocele ( epididymal cyst ) is a sperm - filled cyst in the long , tightly coiled tube that lies above ...other problems, such as cancer of the testicle. An ultrasound may be...
  • Uterine Fibroids - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    Most uterine fibroids are harmless , do not cause symptoms , and shrink with menopause . However , some fibroids are painful , press on ...laser (myolysis), or high-frequency focused ultrasound (ExAblate).
  • Thyroid Cancer - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    A basic overview of thyroid cancer...diagnose thyroid cancer? What is a thyroid scan? What is a thyroid ultrasound ? What types of blood tests will I need? Will I need a...side effects of treatment?
  • Infertility Tests - Overview ( WebMD )
    What are infertility tests ? Infertility tests are done to help find out why a woman cannot become pregnant . The tests help find ...tests, such as semen analysis, blood tests, or an ultrasound , do not...


  • Ultrasound Helps Breast Cancer Detection ( eMedicineHealth )
  • Pregnancy ultrasound ( eMedicineHealth )
  • Pregnancy ultrasound ( MedicineNet )
  • Ultrasound during pregnancy ( MedicineNet )
  • Doppler ultrasound ( MedicineNet )


  • ultrasound ( HealthEncyclopaedia )

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