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Pocket Computer For Real-Time Ultrasound

Authors: JAMES CASTELLANO MD, JAMES E. TOHER MD, MICHAEL J. SINDLER MD, JOHN D. DUMLER MD

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Real-time ultrasound has proved to be of value in fetal age determination, but calculation and interpretation of multiple parameters is time consuming and tedious. We present a program for use with the TRS 80 PC-2 or Sharp 1500 pocket computer and printer to provide rapid results of obstetric ultrasound studies. We also present a sample report. Using the pocket computer, we can have a complete, printed report before the patient leaves the testing area. The program has served us well, though it could be shortened, updated, and improved. The total cost of the computer, an additional 8K random access memory, and the printer is approximately $300. The cost of printer paper and pens is nominal. We believe the system has paid for itself many times over in time saved.

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