Ultrasound (US) for diagnostic purposes is often felt to be extremely safe for patients. However, there are safeguards around utilization, output, and disinfection that ensure the safety of ultrasound. An operator needs to be aware of the potential bioeffects of ultrasound and disinfection practices to maintain patient safety. There is also evidence that the use of ultrasound in clinical care can promote and improve patient safety.

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Ultrasound Safety and Infection Control

  • Jason T. Nomura,
  • Arun D. Nagdev

摘要

Ultrasound (US) for diagnostic purposes is often felt to be extremely safe for patients. However, there are safeguards around utilization, output, and disinfection that ensure the safety of ultrasound. An operator needs to be aware of the potential bioeffects of ultrasound and disinfection practices to maintain patient safety. There is also evidence that the use of ultrasound in clinical care can promote and improve patient safety.