ULTRASOUND INDICATIONS IN LOW-MIDDLE INCOME COUNTRIES

The study aimed to determine the indications for using ultrasound in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and assess its impact on clinical management. A review of literature from 2000 to 2010 identified 58 articles from 32 countries, showing ultrasound was most frequently used for diagnosing obstetrical and intra-abdominal conditions. It led to changes in clinical management in over 30% of cases. The study concludes that ultrasound is a valuable diagnostic tool that should be essential in district medical facilities in LMICs, with potential for broader applications. Further research is needed to explore the effects of task shifting on its use.

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Quiz Eighty Seven

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What is a key benefit of ultrasound in resource-limited settings?

It provides detailed molecular imaging

It is relatively affordable and portable, making it accessible

It requires high levels of technical expertise for operation

It is less portable compared to other imaging techniques

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How does ultrasound help in the management of healthcare in LMICs?

By complicating healthcare delivery

By requiring extensive patient follow-up

By reducing the need for expensive, invasive procedures

By increasing healthcare costs

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What is a common indication for using ultrasound in LMICs?

Performing high-resolution brain imaging

Monitoring rare genetic disorders

Diagnosing common abdominal and obstetric conditions

Assessing advanced cancer stages

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Why is ultrasound a valuable tool in LMICs?

It is only useful in research settings

It requires complex and costly equipment

It provides high-resolution images without the need for extensive infrastructure

It is the most expensive imaging method available

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What is the focus of the study on ultrasound in low-middle income countries (LMICs)?

Development of new medical imaging devices

High-cost imaging techniques

Indications and applications of ultrasound

Advanced imaging technologies

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