Ultrasound Contrast Agents

Author : Emilio Quaia
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9783540407409
Total Pages : 452 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Contrast Media in Ultrasonography written by Emilio Quaia and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2005-03-08 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines in detail the different clinical applications of microbubble-based contrast agents. Explains the principles underlying the use of contrast-specific imaging techniques and the examination methodology. Contains numerous high-quality illustrations, including many in color. Written by recognized experts.

Author : L. Hoff
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9781402001444
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Acoustic Characterization of Contrast Agents for Medical Ultrasound Imaging written by L. Hoff and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2001-12-31 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The book consists of nine chapters. The first 3 chapters give a broad overview of the acoustic theory for bubble-sound interaction, both linear and nonlinear. Most contrast agents are stabilized in a shell, and this shell can have a strong influence on the interaction between the bubbles and the ultrasound. The effect of the shell is given special attention, as this is not easily found in other bubble literature. Chapters 4, 5, 6 and 7 describe experimental and theoretical methods used to characterize the acoustic properties of the agents, and results of studies on some agents. Chapter 8 shows how the theory and the experimental results can be combined and used to model various phenomena by means of computer simulations. The main purpose of the simulations is to get insight into the mechanisms behind the described phenomena, not to get accurate predictions and values.

Author : Riccardo Lencioni
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 8847004764
Total Pages : 252 pages
Book Rating : 4.64/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Enhancing the Role of Ultrasound with Contrast Agents written by Riccardo Lencioni and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2006-08-06 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an up-to-date overview on the clinical value of contrast agents in ultrasound. The volume moves from a background section on technique and methodology to the main sections on the clinical application of contrast ultrasound in the liver and in vascular diseases. A final section discusses results and prospects of contrast ultrasound modality in the other fields.

Author : Emilio Quaia
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3540272143
Total Pages : 401 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Contrast Media in Ultrasonography written by Emilio Quaia and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2005-10-28 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines in detail the different clinical applications of microbubble-based contrast agents. Explains the principles underlying the use of contrast-specific imaging techniques and the examination methodology. Contains numerous high-quality illustrations, including many in color. Written by recognized experts.

Author : Gaio Paradossi
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 8847014948
Total Pages : 199 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ultrasound contrast agents written by Gaio Paradossi and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-07-16 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recent advancements in nano/micro materials and related characterization approaches allow the design of a new type of ultrasound contrast agents (UCAs) with enhanced multifunctional behaviour. This is chance is also supported by the recent achievements in modelling and signal processing. This book provides the state of art of the research activity of two successful European projects, TAMIRUT and SIGHT, addressing an integrated system, encompassing the contrast agent, the hardware equipment and the processing strategies, as a key tool for a combined diagnostic and therapeutic approaches (theranostics) in medical ultrasound. The work provides a highlight of the state of art in the research of novel ultrasound contrast agents (UCAs). Main progresses on the multifunctional aspects of next-generation UCAs concern targeting and drug release properties, perfusion and biointerface behaviour, ultrasound scattering performance, signal processing, electronic equipment.

Author : Barry B. Goldberg
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 9781853178283
Total Pages : 440 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ultrasound Contrast Agents written by Barry B. Goldberg and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2001-05-24 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following the success of the first edition and the recent, continuing developments in the field of ultrasound contrast agents, Dr. Barry Goldberg and his two new co-editors have assembled an international team of experts to discuss the basic principles of ultrasound contrast agents and, more importantly for the clinician, ultrasound agents in clinical use. As well as concentrating on the physics, principles, and radiological techniques, cardiovascular applications are also included. The significant improvements in the capabilities of ultrasound contrast agents and the greater number of contrast agents thoroughly under investigation as well as those already available on the market, mean the clinician and researcher must keep abreast of all developments in this revolutionary field. This is the book which will serve that purpose.

Author : Sukru Mehmet Erturk
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030792560
Total Pages : 303 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Medical Imaging Contrast Agents: A Clinical Manual written by Sukru Mehmet Erturk and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-08-24 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume highlights and broadens our understanding of the correct use and the possible contraindications of contrast agents applied in radiology. Written by experts in the field, it not only focuses on the chemistry, physiochemical properties and pharmacokinetics of both iodinated and gadolinium-containing contrast agents, but also on the relevant safety issues such as frequency of their short- and long-term side effects and ways to avoid them nephrotoxicity risk related to the iodinated contrast agents NSF (nephrogenic systemic fibrosis) accumulation of gadolinium in the brain use of contrast agents in pediatric patients and pregnancy It also includes essential data on the use of contrast agents, such as scanning protocols, in the context of various clinical conditions. This comprehensive manual addresses all professionals involved in radiological imaging and is an invaluable tool for radiologists and technologists, as well as for residents and clinicians.

Author : Barry B. Goldberg
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 9781853172830
Total Pages : 196 pages
Book Rating : 4.39/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ultrasound Contrast Agents written by Barry B. Goldberg and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 1996-11-14 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The development and improvement of ultrasound contrst agents has greatly aided sonographers in the evaluation of a variety of diseases and disorders. This work sets out to familiarize the reader with the principles and practicalities of contrast agents of different chemical composition, and with which agent to use for each specific body system.

Author : Thomas Albrecht
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9788847003040
Total Pages : 76 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound in Clinical Practice written by Thomas Albrecht and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2005-01-12 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The value of ultrasound contrast agents (USCA) in everyday clinical practice depends on the pharmacokinetics, the signal processing, and the contrast-specific imaging modalities. Second-generation USCA, are blood pool agents that do not leak into the organ tissue to be examined but remain in the intravascular compartment increasing the Doppler signal amplitude during their dynamic vascular phase. Taking advantage of the stability of their microbubbles, they can withstand the acoustic pressure of insonation much better than first-generation contrast media, which results in an increased half-life of the agent and, consequently, in a prolonged diagnostic window. Concomitant with the improvement of contrast agents, different contrast-specific imaging modalities have been developed which, used in combination with USCA and a low mechanical index, allow continuous real-time grey-scale imaging. These recent technical improvements have opened new possibilities in the use of USCA in a variety of indications. Written by internationally renowned experts, the contributions gathered in this book give an overview of current and possible future new applications of USCA in routine and clinical practice.

Author : L. Hoff
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9401706131
Total Pages : 218 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Acoustic Characterization of Contrast Agents for Medical Ultrasound Imaging written by L. Hoff and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-06-29 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contrast agents for medical ultrasound imaging is a field of growing interest. A large amount of literature has been published on the medical applications of such contrast agents. However, there is no textbook giving a broad overview of the physics and acoustics of the agents. This monograph aims to fill this gap. The book is written by a physicist, from a physics point of view, and it tries to draw links from the physics and acoustics to the medical imaging methods, but medical applications are mainly included for background information. The book consists of nine chapters. The first three chapters give a broad overview of the acoustic theory for bubble-sound interaction, both linear and nonlinear. Most contrast agents are stabilized in a shell, and this shell can have a strong influence on the interaction between the bubbles and the ultrasound. The effect of the shell is given special attention, as this is not easily found in other bubble literature. The following chapters, 4, 5, 6, and 7, describe experimental and theoretical methods used to characterize the acoustic properties of the agents, and results of studies on some agents. Chapter 8 shows how the theory and the experimental results can be combined and used to model various phenomena by means of computer simulations. The main purpose of the simulations is to get insight into the mechanisms behind the described phenomena, not to get accurate predictions and values. The book is aimed at both newcomers into the field, as well as those who are more experienced but want better insight into the acoustics of the contrast bubbles.