Torres W E, Baumgartner B R
Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia.
Radiol Clin North Am. 1990 Nov;28(6):1251-63.
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.
