An approachable textbook for medical practitioners and technologists studying to become ultrasound practitioners. Written by a leading ultrasound educator and designed to suit typical university, college or professional courses. Also appropriate for self-guided study. The first edition of this book sold over 5000 copies. This second edition brings the content up to date, while retaining the style and chapter structure of the first. Many sections have been rewritten, new material has been introduced and some outmoded material removed. As before, a Study Guide has been developed to complement the text.

An approachable textbook for medical professionals and others learning to use diagnostic ultrasound. This book has been written by a leading ultrasound educator to help medical professionals develop a sound understanding of the physics and technology of ultrasound. It is intended for use either in self-guided study or as a textbook for formal university and professional courses of study.

Description: This Study Guide is a companion to the popular ultrasound physics textbook "The Physics and Technology of Diagnostic Ultrasound: A Practitioner's Guide". It contains over 120 short questions and provides model answers for each. It has been designed for both students and teachers. Students will find it valuable as a learning aid and as a resource to test their knowledge and understanding. Teachers, supervisors and tutors will find it a useful teaching asset and an excellent starting point for writing quiz and exam questions.

An approachable textbook for medical practitioners and technologists studying to become ultrasound practitioners. Designed to suit typical university, college or professional courses. Also appropriate for self-guided study. The first Edition of this book sold over 5000 copies. A Study Guide is also available.

Companion to the popular ultrasound physics textbook "The Physics and Technology of Diagnostic Ultrasound: A Practitioner's Guide (Second Edition)". Contains 125 short questions keyed to the textbook chapters and model answers for each. Designed for both students and teachers.

Written for health practitioners and students new to medical ultrasound, this book provides all the basic physics and technological knowledge they need in order to practise ultrasound effectively, including safety aspects of ultrasound, quality assurance and the latest techniques and developments. - Multiple choice questions for self-assessment and as a revision aid - Chapter on terminology with explanatory paragraphs of words and phrases used in diagnostic ultrasound - Troubleshooting guide - common problems and their solutions explored

All healthcare professionals practising ultrasound in a clinical setting should receive accredited training in the principles and practice of ultrasound scanning. This second edition of Diagnostic Ultrasound: Physics and Equipment provides a comprehensive introduction to the physics, technology and safety of ultrasound equipment, with high quality ultrasound images and diagrams throughout. It covers all aspects of the field at a level intended to meet the requirements of UK sonography courses. New to this edition: • Updated descriptions of ultrasound technology, quality assurance and safety. • Additional chapters dedicated to 3D ultrasound, contrast agents and elastography. • New glossary containing definitions of over 500 terms. The editors and contributing authors are all authorities in their areas, with contributions to the scientific and professional development of ultrasound at national and international level.