Information About Radiology
admin Category Ophthalmology Diagnostic Typical Use Estimate refractive error by observing reflexes from the retina. Description A handheld optical instrument that projects a streak or spot of light into the eye while the clinician observes the red reflex movement to estimate refractive errors and guide objective refraction, particularly useful in nonverbal patients and pediatric examinations. Retinoscopy … Read more
Category Surgical Access Typical Use Establish pneumoperitoneum and access for laparoscopy. Description A Veress needle or trocar is used to insufflate the abdomen with carbon dioxide and create initial access for laparoscopic surgery, providing a safe working space for visualization and instrument manipulation. Entry technique varies (open Hasson technique, Veress needle, or optical trocar) and … Read more
Category Contrast Phase Term Venous Phase Definition of Venous Phase Imaging Phase After Arterial Enhancement When Venous Structures And Parenchymal Enhancement Predominate Notes About Venous Phase Important For Tumor And Venous Pathology
Category Endoscopy Urology Typical Use Visualize bladder and urethra; perform interventions. Description A rigid or flexible endoscope inserted through the urethra to visualize the urethra and bladder mucosa, obtain biopsies, remove stones, or place stents; cystoscopy is used for hematuria evaluation, recurrent urinary tract infections, and bladder tumor surveillance. Flexible cystoscopes allow office based procedures … Read more
Category Diagnostic Typical Use Listen to heart, lung, and bowel sounds. Description An acoustic instrument consisting of a chest piece, tubing, and binaural earpieces used to listen to internal body sounds such as heartbeats, breath sounds, and bowel activity. Clinicians use it to assess cardiac rhythm, detect murmurs, evaluate lung fields for wheeze or crackles, … Read more
Category Neonatology Vascular Access Typical Use Establish central vascular access in neonates via umbilical vessels. Description A sterile kit containing catheters, introducers, and securement devices for placement of umbilical venous or arterial catheters to provide fluids, medications, blood sampling, and invasive monitoring in critically ill neonates, with careful attention to insertion technique and infection prevention. … Read more
Category Anesthesia Equipment Typical Use Support airway and gas delivery functions with filters, circuits, and scavenging. Description Consumables and connectors such as breathing circuits, heat moisture exchangers, bacterial filters, and scavenging adapters that ensure safe gas delivery, infection control, and environmental protection during anesthesia.
Category Trauma Imaging Term Pan Scan Definition of Pan Scan Whole Body CT Protocol Performed In Trauma To Rapidly Identify Injuries Notes About Pan Scan Balancing Speed And Dose Is Critical
Category Processing Function Term Exposure Field Recognition Definition of Exposure Field Recognition System Detection Of Collimated Field To Avoid Including Nonexposed Areas In Histogram Notes About Exposure Field Recognition Important To Prevent Processing Errors
Category Fluoroscopy Accessory Term Fluoro Paddle Definition of Fluoro Paddle Flat Paddle Used For Patient Support Or Compression During Fluoroscopic Exams Notes About Fluoro Paddle May Be Radiolucent Or Radiopaque