Basics of ultrasound: Physics and artefacts
Ultrasound (US) represents mechanical, longitudinal, acoustic waves with frequencies above 20 000 Hz. Ultrasound waves of frequency from 2 to 20 MHz are used in diagnostics. US waves have the following characteristics: propagation velocity, frequency, wavelength and amplitude. By passing through hum...
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Serbian Society of Anesthesiologists and Intensivists
2018-01-01
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Series: | Serbian Journal of Anesthesia and Intensive Therapy |
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Online Access: | https://scindeks-clanci.ceon.rs/data/pdf/2217-7744/2018/2217-77441804073S.pdf |