Survey Reveals Ultrasound Practices in Neonatal Medicine

Survey Reveals Ultrasound Practices in Neonatal Medicine

In the rapidly evolving landscape of neonatal-perinatal medicine, advances in diagnostic technologies are reshaping the way healthcare providers approach the fragile and complex population of newborns. Among these technological strides, point of care ultrasound (POCUS) has surged into the spotlight due to its promise of immediate bedside imaging that can transform clinical decision-making in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). A recently publ…

FDA Expands Approval of Cardiac Ultrasound Imaging Agent for Pediatric Patients

The only ultrasound enhancing agent that does not contain polyethylene glycol, Optison may now be utilized to enhance echocardiogram assessment of ventricular function in pediatric patients.

FDA approves pediatric indication for Optison ultrasound enhancing agent

This FDA decision will help to improve clarity and diagnostic accuracy of echocardiograms in pediatric patients, according to GE HealthCare.