DMSO312: Abdominal Sonography II

Class Program
Credits 1

This course continues the study of the application of ultrasound physics and instrumentation in abdominal imaging. Scanning techniques and protocols are emphasized. Sectional anatomy of the transverse, longitudinal, and coronal planes of abdominal organs of sonographic interest include the GI tract, abdominal wall/peritoneum, and transplanted organs are studied. Selected pathology of these organs is discussed along with pertinent laboratory tests, pharmacologic agents, and signs and symptoms. Ultrasound guided biopsy/drainage is also discussed.

Prerequisites

DMSO320 Sonography of Superficial Structures; DMSO332 Gynecologic Sonography; DMSO333 Abdominal Sonography I; DMSO337 Diagnostic Medical Sonography Skills Lab.

Corequisites

DMSO315 Obstetrical Sonography; DMSO316 Diagnostic Medical Sonography Skills Lab/Clinical; DMSO318 Pediatric Sonography.