Practical guidance and expert insights into ultrasound scanning for the abdomen and male pelvis

Ultrasound Scanning Guide for the Abdomen and Male Pelvis delivers a structured foundation in scanning techniques for abdominal and male pelvic ultrasound. It introduces key concepts such as scanning windows and transducer placement, then builds towards practical application in clinical settings.

With over two decades of experience in teaching hospitals, outpatient clinics, and educational environments, the authors offer:

• Scanning techniques and tips for identifying anatomical windows and internal structures
• Tables detailing scan planes, transducer manipulation technique, and corresponding ultrasound images
• Examples of ultrasound images and orientation diagrams throughout each chapter

This essential guide supports sonographers, sonography students, physicians, residents, medical students, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in mastering abdominal and male pelvic ultra-sound scanning.

Leonardo Faundez is a registered Canadian diagnostic medical sonographer with 27 years of experience in the ultrasound field. He is a member of Sonography Canada® and the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography® (ARDMS®), credentialled in multiple sonography specialties. He has worked as a sonographer, educator, entrepreneur, and lecturer, and currently focuses on sharing his expertise by offering engaging ultrasound education online and on-site. Leonardo received the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award from Sonography Canada®. This award recognizes a Canadian sonographer for their exceptional leadership, service and passion for excellence in sonography.

Haleema Rauf is a Sonography Canada® registered generalist and vascular sonographer. She is also a member of the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography® (ARDMS®), credentialled in multiple sonography specialties. The scope of her scanning experience includes general, obstetrics, gynecology, pediatric, vascular and musculoskeletal ultrasound. With her 25 years of experience in clinical sonography, she has provided hands-on training to students, sonographers, nurses and physicians in clinical settings and educational institutions. She currently works as a Sonography Consultant, helping clients improve their sonography protocols and clinical excellence.