This tutorial provides an overview of the most common functions and settings of an ultrasound machine.
Most ultrasound consoles have a similar layout, with some variation between manufacturers. Ultrasound machines are typically equipped with factory presets for certain applications (e.g., preset for abdominal examination), which are a good starting point for visualizing the target tissue. Manual adjustment of the knobs and settings on the ultrasound console can further refine the ultrasound image.
Table of Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:58 - Setting up the B-mode image
01:20 - Gain
02:05 - Depth
02:32 - Focus
02:52 - Documentation functions
02:54 - Freeze function
03:35 - Performing measurements
04:05 - Other ultrasound modes
04:19 - Color Doppler mode
05:17 - M-mode
Many thanks to
Dr. Daniel Merkel
Owner of the medical ultrasound media library sono.gallery
(Ultrasound expert, DEGUM stage III)
Florian Recker
OB/GYN resident, University Hospital Bonn
(Expert advice)
Toshiba Medical Systems, Berlin
(Provision of ultrasound unit, Aplio 400)
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