LEA 28. Novel Approach in Imaging and Quantifying Microperfusion in Nonhealing Ulcers Using Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound: Initial Case Report

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) is an evolving diagnostic alternative to contrast-enhanced computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and fluorescence angiography for the evaluation of vascular diseases. Microbubble contrast material allows imaging of blood flow in microvasculature beyond the resolution of standard imaging techniques and demonstrates potential for the evaluation of tissue perfusion. Several authors have investigated the application of CEUS in the evaluation of myocardial or skeletal muscle perfusion and tumor characterization.
Source: Journal of Vascular Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research