Abdominal ultrasounds use sound waves to create images of structures and blood flow in the abdomen. These ultrasound images are a useful way of examining organs, tissues, blood vessels, and other ...

An ultrasound of the upper abdomen is usually carried out to evaluate diseases and conditions of organs present in the upper abdomen namely liver, kidneys, gallbladder, pancreas and spleen.

Ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves generated electronically using special crystals in a probe. The sound travels through your body, and bounces off different tissues and back to a receiver on ...

A liver ultrasound is a quick, safe, painless, and relatively inexpensive test. However, the definite diagnosis of your condition may require additional testing.

Ultrasound images can help guide your doctor to the site of a lump, mass, or other concerning area of the liver. The procedure is generally safe and effective in helping to diagnose liver problems.

Doctors diagnose a ruptured spleen by examining the abdomen and using either an ultrasound or CT scan, depending on the condition of the individual. Surgery to remove the spleen is not always ...

Ultrasound has gained popularity owing to its multiplanar use and lack of ionizing radiation. Traditionally, it has been most helpful differentiating solid from cystic lesions such as lesions ...

The abdominal imaging fellowship program at UAB provides 12 months of advanced training in computed tomography (CT), ultrasound (US), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and non-vascular interventional ...