Diagnostic Sonography Handbook

Diagnostic Sonography Handbook is a comprehensive reference designed to provide a clear and practical understanding of diagnostic ultrasound, from foundational physics and instrumentation to advanced clinical applications. It brings together the essential principles of image acquisition, scanning technique, anatomy, pathology, Doppler assessment, patient safety, interpretation, and reporting in one accessible volume.

The book covers abdominal and genitourinary sonography, thyroid and superficial imaging, vascular ultrasound, echocardiography, obstetric and gynecologic sonography, pediatric and neonatal applications, musculoskeletal imaging, point-of-care ultrasound, emergency sonography, ultrasound-guided procedures, and intraoperative applications. It also introduces advanced technologies including contrast-enhanced ultrasound, elastography, three-dimensional and ultrafast imaging, image fusion, artificial intelligence, focused ultrasound, and therapeutic applications.

Special attention is given to proper scanning protocols, image optimization, common artifacts, Doppler acquisition, clinically relevant measurements, examination documentation, diagnostic limitations, quality assurance, and responsible clinical practice. The included appendices, glossary, and reference sections provide additional support for quick consultation and continued learning.

Written for sonography students, practicing sonographers, radiologic technologists, clinicians, medical trainees, educators, and other healthcare professionals, this handbook offers a structured resource for building technical competence, improving interpretation skills, and understanding the role of ultrasound across modern medical practice.