Information About Radiology
admin Category Endoscopy Interventional Typical Use Obtain cytologic or histologic samples from pancreaticobiliary and mediastinal lesions under EUS guidance. Description A thin, hollow needle passed through an endoscopic ultrasound channel to perform targeted aspiration or core biopsy of lesions adjacent to the gastrointestinal tract, providing high diagnostic yield for pancreatic masses, lymph nodes, and subepithelial lesions … Read more
Category Compliance Review Term Research Data Governance Audit Definition of Research Data Governance Audit Periodic Audit Of Research Data Practices, Consent, And Sharing In Imaging Studies Notes About Research Data Governance Audit Ensures Ethical Compliance
Category Imaging Device Term PET Scanner Definition of PET Scanner System Detecting Coincident 511 KeV Photons For Tomographic Reconstruction Of Positron Emission Notes About PET Scanner Includes Ring Of Detectors And Electronics
Category Sterilization Typical Use Sterilize surgical instruments and labware. Description A high pressure steam chamber that sterilizes reusable surgical instruments, glassware, and certain medical supplies by exposing them to saturated steam at elevated temperatures for a specified time, effectively killing bacteria, spores, and viruses. Autoclave cycles are validated for temperature, pressure, and time to ensure … Read more
Category Obstetrics Surgical Cutting Typical Use Perform controlled perineal incision to enlarge the vaginal outlet. Description Specialized surgical scissors used to perform an episiotomy, a controlled incision of the perineum and vaginal mucosa to enlarge the vaginal outlet during childbirth when indicated to expedite delivery or reduce severe spontaneous tearing. Episiotomy technique, angle, and extent … Read more
Category Surgical Hemostasis Typical Use Apply metallic or polymer clips to ligate vessels and ducts quickly. Description A handheld applier that deploys small clips to occlude blood vessels or ducts during open or laparoscopic surgery, providing rapid mechanical hemostasis without suture ligation and facilitating efficient operative workflow. Clip selection for size and material, secure placement, … Read more
Category Image Control Term Manual Gain Definition of Manual Gain Operator Adjusted Amplification Of Received Signals Notes About Manual Gain Used Alongside TGC For Image Optimization
Category General Term Artificial Intelligence (AI) Definition of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Field Of Computer Science Focused On Creating Systems That Perform Tasks Normally Requiring Human Intelligence Notes About Artificial Intelligence (AI) Encompasses Learning, Reasoning, Perception, And Language
Category Nuclear Medicine Imaging Typical Use Acquire myocardial perfusion images for ischemia and viability assessment. Description A gamma camera or PET scanner that detects radiotracer distribution in the myocardium to evaluate perfusion, ischemia, and viability, integrated with stress protocols and quantitative software for diagnostic interpretation.
Category Radiology Screening Typical Use Acquire high resolution breast images for cancer screening and diagnosis. Description A dedicated X ray system optimized for breast compression and digital image acquisition that supports screening and diagnostic mammography with tomosynthesis options to improve lesion detection and characterization.