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Role of Contrast in Ultrasonography: significance, types, benefits, and limitations. A comprehensive review
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Role of Contrast in Ultrasonography: significance, types, benefits, and limitations. A comprehensive review

Authors

  • Krzysztof Rosiak Military Medical Academy Memorial Teaching Hospital – Central Veterans’ Hospital, ul. Zeromskiego 113, 90-549 Lodz, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0007-8536-9809
  • Kamil Waloch Medical University of Lodz, al. Tadeusza Kosciuszki 4, 90-419 Lodz, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0003-0697-1393
  • Zofia Uszok Medical University of Lodz, al. Tadeusza Kosciuszki 4, 90-419 Lodz, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0002-2111-8094
  • Michał Łepik Military Medical Academy Memorial Teaching Hospital – Central Veterans’ Hospital, ul. Zeromskiego 113, 90-549 Lodz, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0005-5441-2005
  • Kacper Płeska Medical University of Lodz, al. Tadeusza Kosciuszki 4, 90-419 Lodz, Poland https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8495-8766
  • Kacper Reguła County Hospital of Zawiercie, ul. Miodowa 14, 42-400 Zawiercie, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0001-5291-7043
  • Szymon Piaszczyński Medical University of Lodz, al. Tadeusza Kosciuszki 4, 90-419 Lodz, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0007-8600-2339
  • Andrzej Czajka Provincial Specialized Hospital in Zgierz Parzęczewska 35, 95-100 Zgierz, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0008-8888-3982
  • Joanna Wojtania Independent Public Health Care Facility of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Administration, ul. Północna 42, 91-425 Lodz, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0006-3466-8860
  • Bartłomiej Szymański Norbert Barlicki Memorial Teaching Hospital no. 1 of the Medical University of Lodz, Dr. Stefana Kopcińskiego 22, 90-153 Lodz, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0006-8915-0364

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12775/JEHS.2024.72.51114

Keywords

ultrasound, contrast-enhanced ultrasonography, ultrasound contrast agents, UCAs, CEUS, diagnostic imaging

Abstract

Contrast-enhanced ultrasonography (CEUS) has revolutionized diagnostic imaging by significantly improving the accuracy and capabilities of ultrasound technology. By utilizing contrast agents, CEUS offers enhanced visualization of blood flow, superior detection of vascular diseases, and delineation of pathological from healthy tissues. Real-time imaging capabilities afforded by CEUS have been shown to be instrumental in guiding interventions and assessing treatment efficacy, thereby contributing to personalized patient care and improved clinical outcomes. This document provides a comprehensive review of the current benefits, limitations, and future directions of contrast-enhanced ultrasonography. It acknowledges the potential for allergic reactions, the necessity for specialized training, high costs, and the occurrence of image artifacts as drawbacks, while also anticipating advancements in targeted agents and imaging techniques. Moreover, the document emphasizes the need for ongoing research to evaluate the long-term safety and efficacy of contrast agents and their impact across various medical disciplines. Despite the challenges, the integration of CEUS into clinical practice holds enormous potential to further refine diagnostic processes and enhance patient management.

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ROSIAK, Krzysztof, WALOCH, Kamil, USZOK, Zofia, ŁEPIK, Michał, PŁESKA, Kacper, REGUŁA, Kacper, PIASZCZYŃSKI, Szymon, CZAJKA, Andrzej, WOJTANIA, Joanna and SZYMAŃSKI, Bartłomiej. Role of Contrast in Ultrasonography: significance, types, benefits, and limitations. A comprehensive review. Journal of Education, Health and Sport. Online. 26 May 2024. Vol. 72, p. 51114. [Accessed 24 June 2025]. DOI 10.12775/JEHS.2024.72.51114.
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