Insertion of percutaneous hemodialysis catheters is an invasive procedure with a small but definite risk of morbidity and mortality. Which ultrasound scanner is most suitable for hemodialysis? Our doctor clients tend to opt for the SIFULTRAS-3.5 which offers real-time ultrasound guidance. Even in experienced hands, “the success rate for placement
Dry needling is a technique Physical Therapists use for the treatment of pain and movement impairs. It is basically the use of short, thin, stainless steel needles. To penetrate the affected tendon tissue, tight areas or knots in the muscles. Without the need to inject any medication or fluid. Which
Acupuncture is a method for the treatment of acute and chronic disorders. Ultrasound scanning has become a valuable tool for studies of acupuncture’s mechanism of action. Which ultrasound scanner is used for Accupuncture? Our Doctor clients use the SIFULTRAS-3.5 as it constitutes an ideal medium for evaluating the biomechanical effects
Abscesses and other superficial soft tissue infections are common presentations to the Emergency department. So having the appropriate diagnostic tool is a must. A subcutaneous abscess is a manifestation of a spectrum of soft tissue skin infection. They are common skin and soft tissue infections (SSTI), It is a form
The use of ultrasound scanner in chronic pain does not only increase the specificity and diagnostic accuracy of procedures. But also, it contributes in reduction in dosage and volume of local anaesthetic required may produce a more isolated and selective block. Therefor, the use of an ultrasound probe that offers
Venipuncture is critically important and can be technically challenging at times. The use of ultrasound to guide catheter placement reduces the number of access attempts and may reduce other complications as well. The introduction of ultrasound for venous access facilitates many different aspects of this clinical application. From planning access
BPB (Brachial plexus block) is a procedure performed by an Anesthesiologist in purpose to deliver regional anesthesia to the targeted area. BPB are commonly achieved via an interscalene, supraclavicular, infraclavicular, or axillary approach. Ultrasound machine with linear transducer (8–14 MHz), sterile sleeve, and gel (or other acoustic coupling agent; eg,
Ultrasound has been the primary tool in Peripheral Nerve block (PNB). The utility of ultrasound to facilitate a range regional anesthesia techniques including brachial plexus and femoral blocks . A wireless portable ultrasound probe with a built in needle guide offers more control for anesthesiologist while performing PNB. A mini
Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) offer the ability to have long-term central venous access without the need to have a surgically or radiologically-inserted tunnelled central venous catheter or chest/brachial port. Physicians usually target the basilic and brachial veins, which are the most common for PICC. Preprocedure ultrasound can be performed
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