Demosthenes D. Cokkinos MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Eleni Antypa, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Christina Sierrou MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Stylianos V. Benakis MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Anna Skoula, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Ploutarhos A Piperopoulos MD, PhD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Tips for setting up a round-the-clock service for Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS).

Basic knowledge of physics and explanation of haemodynamic behaviour of US contrast agents, as well as machine settings. Introductory steps for performing a CEUS examination. How to present the technique to clinicians, who are usually unaware of its indications. Tips to facilitate learning the technique by Radiologists in training: initial scanning of patients with simple diagnostic questions, scheduling CEUS examinations at beginning or end of session, placing IV catheters in advance, minimising clip storing to avoid memory load, transferring clips-images to PCs, reviewing scans on workstations, etc. Description of CEUS examination protocols for various emergency indications in the abdomen, neck and extremity vessels, scrotum etc. Review of contraindications, limitations and safety matters.  

http://abstract.rsna.org/uploads/2014/14007642/14007642_sw6j.pdf

Cokkinos, D, Antypa, E, Sierrou, C, Benakis, S, Skoula, A, Piperopoulos, P, Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound as a 24/7 Service. How to Set It Up.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14007642.html