Technical aspects of biliary extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy.
Radiologic imaging procedures play a major role in the evaluation of the potential patient for biliary extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, both during the procedure and in follow-up evaluation. The treating physician must have a thorough knowledge of ultrasonography techniques. Lithotripsy requires continual monitoring and frequent reassessment to optimize targeting and fragmentation of the gallstones while maintaining patient comfort.
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Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia.
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D002765:Cholecystography; D002769:Cholelithiasis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008096:Lithotripsy / Q000379:methods*; D014463:Ultrasonography