A historical timeline of the development and evolution of medical diagnostic ultrasonography.

Diagnostic ultrasonography has evolved to become an indispensable imaging tool that permits non-invasive evaluation of the whole body. In this narrative review, we present a historical timeline of the invention, development, and evolution of diagnostic medical ultrasound. It includes interesting fun facts that may help the reader identify with many of the incredible researchers in this field. This review is a tribute to the researchers who contributed to this amazing invention.
(© 2024 The Author(s). Journal of Clinical Ultrasound published by Wiley Periodicals LLC.)