Use of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in pediatrics

Abstract

Although contrast-enhanced ultrasound has been shown to provide considerable benefits, particularly in pediatric patients, it is still used relatively rarely in Brazil. It has proven to be a safe technique, and adverse effects are rare. In this review, we address the technique and main applications of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in the pediatric population, including the evaluation of focal liver lesions, abdominal trauma, kidney grafts, liver grafts, bowel loops, and vesicoureteral reflux. It is important for pediatric radiologists to be acquainted with this promising tool, understanding its applications and limitations.

Neue(re) Techniken in der Pädiatrischen Sonografie

“…Bei Tumoren sind USKM zur quantitativen Analyse der Perfusion unter Therapie und zur Charakterisierung von Raumforderungen sinnvoll anwendbar. Das Kontrastverhalten (Pattern) bei fokalen Leberläsionen ist bislang am besten beschrieben [18]. Maligne Läsionen zeigen ein früharterielles intensives Enhancement und waschen in der venösen Phase bereits aus.…”