Non-linear wave propagation and safety standards for diagnostic ultrasound devices
June 16, 2020
| Overview |
This paper demonstrates that non-thermal bio effects may occur during pulmonary ultrasound already at typical diagnostic output levels. The authors used an animal model (anesthetized rats), but expansion to human pulmonary tissue should be considered. |
| Authors |
Douglas L. Miller, Zhihong Dong, Chunyan Dou, Krishnan Raghavendran |
| Journal |
Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology, May 2018, Volume 44, Issue 5, Pages 1012–1021 |
| Recommendation/Comment |
Relevant for pulmonary ultrasound. |
| Clinical implication |
Pulmonary sonographers should be aware of this bio-effect and watch the MI settings. |
| Link (DOI) |
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2017.11.006 |
| Ultrasound speciality |
Physics and US equipment, Thorax and lung sonography, Quality and Safety issues |
