DMS 406 - Obstetric/Gynecology Ultrasound Procedures I

The course is designed to emphasize the physics and instrumentation of ultrasound for optimal visualization in obstetric/gynecologic medical diagnostic ultrasound examinations. Primary emphasis will be the role of ultrasound in the evaluation of the non-gravid female pelvis to include normal sonographic appearance, physiologic changes, laboratory findings, and pathological processes of the uterus and adnexa. Additional material will include menstrual physiology, hormonal influences, early embryonic development, ethical considerations of obstetric ultrasound, and sonographic evaluation of the normal and abnormal first trimester.


Credit hours: 2

Co-Requisites:
Eligibility: Admission to DMS program
Last updated: 05/23/2022