L'utilizzo del mezzo di contrasto ecografico a tutt'oggi non risulta ancora validato in età
pediatrica. Le rare segnalazioni nella letteratura scientifica ne riportano un impiego …

There are continuing efforts to reduce radiation exposure in children, and it is widely
acknowledged by learned societies dealing with paediatric imaging, that ultrasound (US) …

Objectives The purpose of this study was to collect and analyze the published data related to
intravenous (IV) use of ultrasound (US) contrast agents in children. Methods We searched …

CEUS examinations using second-generation ultrasound contrast agents (UCA) are
conducted in children, despite not being registered for individuals less than 18 years of age …

The development of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) had its beginnings more than 2
decades ago. However, it is only in the past 5 to10 years that it has become a routine part of …

The goal of the work described here was to assess the safety profile of intravenous second-
generation ultrasound contrast agents (UCAs) containing sulfur hexafluoride in pediatric …

The practice of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in children is in the setting of off-label use or
research. The widespread practice of pediatric contrast-enhanced US is primarily in Europe …

For two decades, pediatric contrast US has been well accepted throughout Europe and
other parts of the world outside the United States because of its high diagnostic efficacy and …

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) has been increasingly used in pediatric radiology
practice worldwide. For nearly two decades, CEUS applications have been performed with …

When performing contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS), ultrasound (US) scanner settings,
examination technique, and contrast agent dose and administration must be optimized to …