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Rofo 2022; 194(11): 1204-1215
DOI: 10.1055/a-1826-0325
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Endocavitary Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound

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Kurt Vollert
1   Klinik für diagnostische und interventionelle Radiologie und Neuroradiologie, Universitätsklinikum Augsburg, Germany
,
Dirk Andre Clevert
2   Institut für Klinische Radiologie, Campus Grosshadern, Klinikum der Universität München, Munchen, Germany
,
Timm Kleffel
1   Klinik für diagnostische und interventionelle Radiologie und Neuroradiologie, Universitätsklinikum Augsburg, Germany
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Abstract

Background Ultrasound is one of the most important imaging methods in the daily routine. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) has put ultrasound on equal footing with computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging in many areas. Although ultrasound contrast agents are commonly administered intravenously, endocavitary application as performed in the case of iodine-containing contrast agents is also possible.

Method Based on the current literature, this overview provides information regarding possible endocavitary applications of ultrasound contrast agents as they are used and could be used in the daily routine in radiology. Examples are provided to illustrate the advantages and disadvantages of clinical use.

Results and Conclusion Endocavitary CEUS broadens the spectrum of possible ultrasound applications and can be safely used for patient diagnosis and treatment. The method can be safely used for diagnosis and patient management, particularly in patients in whom examinations including exposure to radiation with iodine-containing contrast agents may be contraindicated and who have limited mobility due to disease severity.

Key points: 

  • Endocavitary CEUS is a safe method that can be readily learned by those with prior ultrasound training. Radiologists benefit from their existing knowledge of contrast-enhanced imaging.

  • With ultrasound contrast agents, endocavitary examinations comparable to CT and fluoroscopy can be performed without having to take radiation exposure, preexisting conditions, and patient mobility into consideration.

  • In principle, endocavitary CEUS can access every body cavity (physiological and pathological) and body orifice with any access device.

  • The method is mainly used for interventions including puncture and drainage. The diluted ultrasound contrast agent can be continuously visualized in the access device and in the target region, including distribution within the target region, with high spatial and temporal resolution. Voiding urosonography and visualization of the salivary duct system should also be mentioned in the radiological context.

  • Poor B-mode imaging conditions typically also mean poor CEUS conditions. Imaging methods that can reliably evaluate low-lying structures and structures with overlying air, particularly in obese patients, without artifacts and can provide a good overview have a clear advantage here.

Citation Format

  • Vollert K, Clevert DA, Kleffel T. Endocavitary Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound. Fortschr Röntgenstr 2022; 194: 1204 – 1214

Key words

contrast enhanced ultrasound - endocavitary - diagnostic ultrasound - interventional ultrasound - contrast agents


Publication History

Received: 31 October 2021

Accepted: 05 March 2022

Article published online:
17 August 2022

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