Abstract
Clinical/methodical issue. For diagnostic and interventional procedures ultrasound (US) image fusion can be used as a complementary imaging technique. Methodical Innovations. Image fusion has the advantage of real time imaging and can be combined with other cross-sectional imaging techniques. Performance. With the introduction of US contrast agents sonography and image fusion have gained more ...
Abstract
Clinical/methodical issue. For diagnostic and interventional procedures ultrasound (US) image fusion can be used as a complementary imaging technique. Methodical Innovations. Image fusion has the advantage of real time imaging and can be combined with other cross-sectional imaging techniques. Performance. With the introduction of US contrast agents sonography and image fusion have gained more importance in the detection and characterization of liver lesions. Achievements. Fusion of US images with computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) facilitates the diagnostics and postinterventional therapy control. Practical recommendations. In addition to the primary application of image fusion in the diagnosis and treatment of liver lesions, there are more useful indications for contrast-enhanced US (CEUS) in routine clinical diagnostic procedures, such as intraoperative US (IOUS), vascular imaging and diagnostics of other organs, such as the kidneys and prostate gland.
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