Diagnostic Ultrasound: A Review of Clinical Applications and the State of the Art of Commercial and Experimental Systems.

摘要

In recent years the use of ultrasonic energy has become a valuable diagnostic tool in radiology,obstetrics,cardiology,ophthalmology,and neurology. This report provides an overview of the current status of diagnostic ultrasound. Estimates are made of the size of the commercial diagnostic ultrasound market and the extent of clinical applications of the modality. Descriptions are presented of the current training opportunities and the professional societies involved in diagnostic ultrasound. It is our hope that the information contained in this document will be of assistance in planning future programs in this important area of medical diagnosis.