Effects of ultrasound and ultrasound contrast agent on vascular tissue
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Ultrasound (US) imaging can be enhanced using gas-filled microbubble contrast agents. Strong echo signals are induced at the tissue-gas interface following microbubble collapse. Applications include assessment of ventricular function...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2012-07-01
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Series: | Cardiovascular Ultrasound |
Online Access: | http://www.cardiovascularultrasound.com/content/10/1/29 |