DMS* 221 - Abdomen/Small Parts Sonography II

3 credits

Through lab and lecture, this course will focus on the sonographic appearance of disease processes in pediatrics, male pelvic organs, the gastrointestinal system, and superficial structures. Instruction will cover indications for testing patient history, laboratory values, a review of normal anatomy, the grayscale and Doppler appearance of pathology, and necessary scanning modifications when pathology is noted. Differential diagnoses, treatments, patient outcomes, and the use of other imaging modalities will also be discussed. After successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to take their sonography credentialing examination. Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): DMS* 120. Corequisite(s): DMS* 222, DMS* 223.