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intraoperative ultrasound |
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intraoperative ultrasound, a diagnostic technique that uses a portable ultrasound device to scan the spinal cord during spinal surgery. The method enables surgeons to locate and identify tumors of the central nervous system that may not be detected by computed tomography or other techniques. Intraoperative ultrasound can distinguish between syrinxes, or fluid-filled cysts, and neoplastic growths in nervous system tissue. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Guided by the radiation oncologist's clear view of the site as well as intraoperative ultrasound, IOERT also allows the electron beam to be more accurately targeted. Solutions proposed so far, intraoperative ultrasound, MRI, mobile (but in essence conventional) CT, and C-arms with 3D capabilities, have failed because they either are difficult to use, are expensive, produce poor images, or are incompatible with existing operating rooms. SonoSite Enters Intraoperative Ultrasound Market With Introduction of |
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