Dearbhla O'Dwyer and Dr. Stefano CiattiUltrasoundCase study: Complete rectus femoris tear in an adolescent soccer playerA valuable tool in evaluating rectus femoris tears, ultrasound can be used to assess the size of the rupture, rule out other conditions, allow longitudinal assessment, and eventually guide the evacuation of the hematoma. Sonographer Dearbhla O'Dwyer and Dr. Stefano Ciatti discuss one case of a complete rectus femoris tear in an adolescent soccer player.June 15, 2008UltrasoundPictorial essay: 3D ultrasound reveals shoulder pathologyThe correct diagnosis of shoulder pathology is important but can be challenging. In a pictorial essay, sonographer Dearbhla O'Dwyer and Dr. Stefano Ciatti explain why ultrasound is up to that challenge. In particular, they discuss the value of 3D sonography for the presentation of soft-tissue structures and the overall visualization of shoulder disorders.March 20, 2008Page 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
