Dr. Lars ThoreliusUltrasoundCan ultrasound benefit from the rest of radiology?In part II of his two-part series on improving the clinical practice of ultrasound, Dr. Lars Thorelius from University Hospital in Linköping, Sweden, describes how his department has applied a radiological attitude and workflow to the modality, involving standardized scanning and full documentation, and the positive effects that have resulted.March 7, 2007UltrasoundUltrasound -- with liberty and justice for whom?AuntMinnie.com presents a critique of ultrasound in clinical practice by Dr. Lars Thorelius, a radiologist at Linköping University Hospital in Sweden. Thorelius charges that ultrasound's increasingly minor role is a result of poor management and training, rather than any shortcomings in the modality.February 11, 2007Page 1 of 1Top StoriesMolecular ImagingAmyloid PET scans validated in racially diverse patientsChanges in care plans occurred in 59% of individuals after PET scans.Womens ImagingLimited access to PCPs thwarts mammography screening uptakeUltrasoundPOCUS rules out pulmonary congestion in kidney patientsEconomicsLow-value imaging services part of high Medicare costsDigital X-RayAI helps clinicians identify misplaced endotracheal tubes
