DMSO 1455 - Sonographic Pathophysiology

4 Credits (3 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Pathology and pathophysiology of the abdominal structures visualized with ultrasound. Include abdomen, and pelvis. Prerequisite: Admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. Corequisite: DMSO 1302, DMSO 1351 and DMSO 1360
Course Outcomes
1 - Identify abnormal sonographic patterns and pathological processes in the organs of the abdomen, and pelvis.
2 - Identify appropriate scanning techniques using standard protocol guidelines.
3 - Evaluate patient history and laboratory data as it relates to sonography.