During an examination, a doctor may identify an abnormality in the thyroid. The next step would be for the patient to be diagnosed by a trained specialist, by a the sonographer. doctor, If recommended ultrasound
This small portable laptop will have a highresolution video display screen, built in keyboard, probe connector, USB ports, and transducer. The sonographer will instruct the patient lay on his/her back. A clear water- base gel is applied to the patient’s skin to ensure that the transducer makes close contact with the skin. This gel ensures that air pockets that may block the sound wave passing to the skin are removed. The transducer will then capture real time images and send them to the display screen. From this high resolution image, the sonographer can record and store this video information to be examined by a radiologist. In the video image, the radiologist can view the changes in the nodule of the thyroid through the use of high frequency sound waves used during the ultrasound imaging. The radiologist will then interpret (e.g. size, shape, and whether there is blood flow into/out of the nodule) and analyze the ultrasound images. A signed report from the radiologist will then be sent to the requesting physician. From there, the primary physician will determine what follow up is necessary. The information sent to the primary physician is obtained from the ultrasound device. However, its three intricate parts working together provide the information needed to determine the follow up plan. The ultrasound device has three working sections: the hand-held transducer, the ultrasonic scanner, and the display screen. The
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examination. This thyroid examination does not require ionizing radiation like x-rays, but safe painless high frequency sound waves. Prior to the examination, the radiology office will provide the patient with instructions to prepare for the thyroid ultrasound. Unlike other test, the patient is not required to change their diet or ingest any medications or fluids. However, the patient needs to wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing, and no jewelry or clothing around the neck area. Once they have arrived at the office, the patient may be asked to wear a gown to protect his/her clothing from the medical gel used. Once in the examination room, the patient may see one of two variations of the device. The most commonly used is a cart that houses a computer, high-resolution video display screen (monitor), keyboard, hard drive, and transducer. The second type of ultrasound device looks like a normal laptop.