Abdominal and Superficial Structures Sonography 2 DSON 2001

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Identify the anatomy and spatial relationships of the abdomen and male pelvis.
• Identify normal anatomy and distinguish normal variants from pathology on ultrasound.
• Describe the etiology, interpret history, signs and symptoms, and treatment options in patients with various abdominal or male pelvis pathologies.
• Differentiate between acute and chronic pathological processes in the abdomen.
• Differentiate the sonographic features of cysts and solid masses.
• Integrate knowledge of anatomy and disease processes of abdominal structures.
• List the steps required to modify the examination based on provided patient symptoms, clinical history, laboratory results, and sonographic findings.
• Quantify the severity of disease through exam modification and appropriate calculations.
• Given an image, clinical scenario or patient history, complete a written technical impression representative of findings.
• Correlate ultrasound findings with other diagnostic imaging modalities, lab tests, aspirations and biopsies.
• Identify the role of contrast-enhanced ultrasound or other imaging modalities when assessing pathology.
• Describe the sonographer's role in assisting with interventional procedures, including sterile procedures, and in the application of additional imaging techniques.
• In addition to the structures already learned in DSON 1001, describe the complete real-time imaging assessment, Doppler and measurement techniques (when applicable) of the following: adrenal fossae, common iliac artery, common iliac vein, common hepatic duct, cystic duct, pancreatic duct, intrahepatic ducts, appendix, small bowel, large bowel, stomach, chest and thorax.

Effective as of Fall 2026