Health Impact of the Proliferation of Ultrasound Machines in a Community

Abstract

The application of ultrasound technology in medicine without doubt was a great medical innovation. This technology has provided an efficient use of sound waves for investigative purposes in medicine and has produced accurate reports when used and reported thereafter by trained specialists. In the hands of trained health care providers, ultrasound technology is an awesome instrument helping in the proper diagnosis of disease of internal organs without any major side-effects, complications or overdose as may occur in x-ray modulated investigations. The technology uses the generation of high frequency sound waves to function, no radiation involved, hence it is very safe and investigations can be repeated frequently with no side effects. However, because of the availability of the machines and its safety profile, just about anybody that can afford one can purchased it and release reports with no regard to accuracy, and subsequent impact on the trusting populace. This study aims to show the cadre of professionals that has these machines in their facility and who interprets their findings.