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Year : 2016 | Volume
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Bedside ultrasound of the abdomen - Part 1
Sudha Kiran Das
Department of Radiodiagnosis, JSS Medical College and Hospital, Mysore, Karnataka, India
Correspondence Address:
Sudha Kiran Das Department of Radiodiagnosis, JSS Medical College and Hospital, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Mysore - 570 004, Karnataka India
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DOI: 10.4103/0973-4651.194476
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Ultrasound of the abdomen is a commonly requested investigative procedure. By the use of different probes and varying maneuvers, a remarkable range of views can be obtained. Imaging of the liver is done using four views which can identify most pathological conditions. Being aware of the possible artifacts helps in avoiding a wrong diagnosis. Gallbladder (GB) imaging is useful in detecting gallstones and inflammation of the GB. When inflamed, the pancreas enlarges in size and is bulky, with peripancreatic fluid, which is suggestive of acute pancreatitis. |
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