General
Synonym/Acronym:
Lymph node sonography.
Common Use:
To visualize and assess for lymph node enlargement related to disorders such as infection, abscess, tumor, and cancer. Also used as a tool to biopsy and evaluate the progress of therapeutic interventions.
Area Of Application:
Abdomen, pelvis, and retroperitoneum.
Contrast:
Done without contrast.
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