The Expanding Role of Diagnostic Ultrasound in Plastic Surgery

Conclusions: Ultrasound scans are highly accurate, noninvasive, and well-tolerated by patients. Some of these applications are likely to improve patient safety. Early detection of deep venous thromboses is possible. Unnecessary anticoagulation may be avoided. Subclinical abdominal defects may be detected. Ultrasound may be used in the office to evaluate breast implants, masses, and seromas. In surgery, this device confirms the level of buttock fat injection.
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Special Topic Source Type: research