Basic pediatrics ultrasound

Course Includes:

• Week 1: Introduction to Pediatric Ultrasound

  • Overview of ultrasound technology
  • Basic principles of ultrasound imaging
  • Safety and bioeffects of ultrasound in pediatric patients

   

• Week 2: Ultrasound Equipment and Techniques

  • Components of ultrasound machines
  • Transducers and their applications
  • Scanning techniques and protocols

   

• Week 3: Head and Neck Ultrasound

  • Normal anatomy and common pathologies
  • Ultrasound of the neonatal brain
  • Thyroid and neck ultrasound

   

• Week 4: Chest and Abdominal Ultrasound

  • Normal anatomy and common pathologies
  • Ultrasound of the lungs and heart
  • Liver, spleen, and gastrointestinal tract ultrasound

   

• Week 5: Genitourinary Ultrasound

  • Normal anatomy and common pathologies
  • Kidney and bladder ultrasound
  • Pelvic ultrasound in pediatric patients

   

• Week 6: Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

  • Normal anatomy and common pathologies
  • Ultrasound of the hip, shoulder, and joints
  • Detection of fractures and soft tissue injuries

   

• Week 7: Case Studies and Hands-On Practice

  • Review of real-life case studies
  • Hands-on practice sessions with ultrasound equipment
  • Interactive discussion and interpretation of findings

   

• Week 8: Review and Advanced Topics

  • Review of key concepts and techniques
  • Introduction to advanced pediatric ultrasound applications
  • Future trends and innovations in pediatric ultrasound