Goudie E, Andrew W K
S Afr Med J. 1976 Aug 21;50(36):1391-4.
The usefulness and advantages of diagnostic ultrasound (sonar) scanning as an aid in the investigation of soft-tissue masses, are illustrated in a number of patients with such masses in the left upper quadrant of the abdomen. These illustrative cases show that sonar scanning can reveal the size, shape, anatomical relations, and consistency of intraperitoneal and retroperitoneal masses. Sonar scanning is particularly valuable in differentiating cystic from solid masses. Furthermore, clinically unsuspected masses can be detected. Sonar scanning is harmless, relatively quick, non-invasive and causes no pain or discomfort. These factors are of particular importance in postoperative and acutely ill patients.
诊断性超声（声纳）扫描在辅助检查软组织肿块方面的实用性和优势，在一些左上腹有此类肿块的患者中得到了体现。这些示例病例表明，声纳扫描可以显示腹膜内和腹膜后肿块的大小、形状、解剖关系及质地。声纳扫描在鉴别囊性肿块和实性肿块方面特别有价值。此外，还能检测出临床上未被怀疑的肿块。声纳扫描无害、相对快速、非侵入性，不会引起疼痛或不适。这些因素在术后患者和急病患者中尤为重要。
