Combining harmonic technology and an ultrasound contrast agent, harmonic imaging now plays a vital role in the diagnosis and treatment of hepatic tumors. Contrast harmonic imaging is especially valuable in cases of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the incidence of which has risen dramatically in Europe, North America, and Asia in recent years. Harmonic imaging is bringing about revolutionary changes in the diagnosis and treatment of HCC, and this book provides the most up-to-date information and guidelines for effective use of this superior technique. Generously illustrated with photographs and diagrams, with accompanying text by a leading expert in the field, this acclaimed book is a valuable state-of-the-art resource for clinicians and researchers in radiology and internal medicine, including hepatology and gastroenterology.

Using the best machine in the world, GE LOGIQ 700MR, by concurrent use of Levovist (Schering Company)

1. Intraarterial Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasonography is the Final Goal of Intravenous Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasonography.- 2. Vascularity and Hemodynamics of Liver Tumors as Seen with Intraarterial Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasonography.- 3. Intranodular Hemodynamic Transition Associated with Dedifferentiation of Hepatocellular Carcinoma.- 4. Hepatocellular Carcinoma and the Role of Blood Flow Imaging in Clinical Practice.- 5. Properties of Levovist.- 6. Comparative Pharmacokinetic Behavior of Levovist with Water-Soluble Contrast Agents.- 7.Various Contrast-Enhanced Imaging Modes After Administration of Levovist.- 8. Glossary of Harmonic Imaging Terms.- 9. Principles of Harmonic Imaging.- 10. Harmonic Power Doppler and Other New Techniques on ALOKA ProSound Series.- 11. Contrast Imaging (Toshiba PowerVision 8000 and Aplio).- 12. Pulse Inversion Harmonic Imaging (ATL HDI 5000).- 13. Agent Detection Imaging (Acuson Sequoia 512).- 14. Coded Harmonic Angio (GE LOGIQ 700 EXPERT Series).- 15. Differential Diagnosis of Various Hepatic Tumors by Harmonic Imaging.- 16. The Roles of Contrast-Enhanced Harmonic Imaging in Treating Hepatocellular Carcinoma.- 17. Postvascular Phase Sweep Scan Using Liver-Specific Imaging.- 18. The Role of Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasonography in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Hepatic Tumors (Summary).- 19. Application of Contrast-Enhanced Harmonic Imaging in Biliary and Pancreatic Tumors.- 20. Update and Direction of Ultrasonic Contrast Agents.