Ultrasound is a widely available, cost-effective, real-time, non-invasive and safe imaging modality widely used in the clinic for anatomical and functional imaging. With the introduction of novel molecularly-targeted ultrasound contrast agents, another dimension of ultrasound has become a reality: diagnosing and monitoring pathological processes at the molecular level. Most commonly used ultras...

In recent years a dynamic development of ultrasound technology has been observed. Consequently, ultrasound is increasingly being utilized in rheumatology. With the introduction of high-frequency (up to 18 MHz) linear probes, sensitive Doppler techniques, harmonic imaging options and cross beams, ultrasound is used in the initial diagnosis of rheumatic diseases, monitoring of the effectiveness o...

Although ultrasound has so far been found to be ineffective as a screening tool for ovarian cancer, it is commonly used as a means of evaluating or following ovarian or adnexal masses once they are detected. We review the use of serial ultrasound for the management of adnexal masses and propose an approach to monitoring based on an understanding of the overall risk of cancer among the populatio...

We read with interest Dr. Hutchon's commentary on our recent review entitled " Enhanced Monitoring of the Preterm infant during Stabilization in the Delivery Room " (1). We would like to thank him for his kind comments. He raised a number of important points related to one aspect of our review, namely heart rate acquisition in the delivery room. He was disappointed by our " characterization of ...

Customized and personalized healthcare, being self-administered by patients, is highly sought after in light of the increasing burdens chronic illnesses aging populations. Outside clinics that empower individuals to have a more prominent role managing their health are becoming trend due many benefits. For example, they can reduce hospital visits infection risk during pandemic like COVID-19. Fle...