Diagnostic medical sonography
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (pronunciation: /dʌɪəɡˈnɒstɪk mɛdɪkəl sɒnɒɡrəfi/), also known as Ultrasound Imaging, is a non-invasive medical imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of the body's internal structures.
Etymology
The term "Diagnostic Medical Sonography" is derived from the Greek words "diagnosis" (meaning recognition), "medical" (pertaining to the science of healing), and "sonography" (the use of sound waves).
Procedure
The procedure involves the use of a small transducer (probe) and ultrasound gel placed directly on the skin. High-frequency sound waves travel from the probe through the gel into the body. The probe collects the sounds that bounce back. A computer uses those sound waves to create an image.
Applications
Diagnostic Medical Sonography is used in various medical fields, including Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cardiology, Radiology, and Vascular Technology. It is used to diagnose a variety of conditions and to assess organ damage following illness.
Related Terms
- Ultrasound: A type of imaging that uses sound waves to create pictures of the inside of the body.
- Sonographer: A healthcare professional who performs diagnostic medical sonography.
- Transducer: A device that converts variations in a physical quantity, such as pressure or brightness, into an electrical signal, or vice versa.
- Echocardiography: A diagnostic test that uses ultrasound waves to create an image of the heart muscle.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Diagnostic medical sonography
- Wikipedia's article - Diagnostic medical sonography
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