Information About Radiology
admin Category Diagnostic Monitoring Typical Use Intermittent ambulatory ECG capture for symptomatic episodes. Description A patient activated or auto triggered cardiac rhythm recorder used for intermittent monitoring over weeks to months to capture transient arrhythmias that are too infrequent for standard Holter monitoring, enabling correlation of symptoms such as syncope or palpitations with ECG events. Event … Read more
Category Image Processing Term Scatter Correction Definition of Scatter Correction Techniques To Estimate And Remove Scattered Photon Contribution From Images Notes About Scatter Correction Improves Quantitation And Contrast
Category Orthopedic ENT Typical Use Scrape and remove bone or granulation tissue. Description A robust, spoon shaped instrument used to debride bone surfaces, remove granulation tissue, or harvest cancellous bone during orthopedic, ENT, and dental procedures; bone curettes are available in multiple curvatures and sizes to access irregular surfaces and preserve surrounding structures.
Category Monitoring Typical Use Measure end tidal carbon dioxide and ventilation adequacy. Description A bedside monitoring device that continuously measures and displays end tidal carbon dioxide EtCO2 waveforms and numeric values to assess ventilation, confirm endotracheal tube placement, and guide ventilator management; it provides real time feedback on alveolar ventilation, perfusion, and metabolic changes and … Read more
Category Image Quality Factor Term Subject Contrast Definition of Subject Contrast Difference In Attenuation Between Adjacent Tissues Determining Intrinsic Contrast Notes About Subject Contrast Affected By kVp And Tissue Composition
Category Radiation Safety PPE Typical Use Protect staff from scatter radiation during imaging and procedures. Description A lead or lead equivalent apron worn by clinicians and staff during fluoroscopy, CT, and interventional procedures to reduce occupational radiation exposure, requiring regular inspection for integrity and appropriate storage.
Category Airway Aspiration Typical Use Suction oral secretions and blood during airway management. Description A rigid, curved suction tip designed for oropharyngeal suctioning to remove secretions, blood, or debris from the mouth and throat during airway management, surgery, and resuscitation, providing effective clearance with minimal mucosal trauma when used properly. The Yankauer is commonly attached … Read more
Category Orthopedic Endoscopy Typical Use Debride and resect intra articular tissue during arthroscopic procedures. Description Powered shaver handpieces with interchangeable blades used through arthroscopic portals to remove torn meniscus, synovium, or loose bodies while maintaining visualization and fluid management within the joint, enabling precise tissue resection with minimal collateral damage. Shaver selection, blade type, and … Read more
Category Operating Room Safety Typical Use Remove surgical plume and airborne contaminants generated by energy devices. Description A suction based system with high efficiency filtration that captures and filters surgical smoke produced by electrosurgery, lasers, and ultrasonic devices to reduce exposure to particulate matter, volatile organic compounds, and potential infectious material for operating room staff … Read more
Category Detector Type Term Indirect Conversion Detector Definition of Indirect Conversion Detector Converts X Rays To Light Via Scintillator Then To Electrical Signal Via Photodiode Notes About Indirect Conversion Detector Common In Many DR Systems