Tag: ultrasound
Extracorporeal Life Support: The ELSO Red Book, 6th Edition
Written by over two hundred experts from around the world, this new edition is the definitive reference text on Extracorporeal Life Support, providing both the latest evidence and practical advice on how to clinically manage... read more
Using Critical Ultrasound To Predict Early Diagnosis of ICU-acquired Weakness in Septic Patients
This study uncovered pivotal indicators for predicting the occurrence of ICUAW in septic patients. Despite no significant difference in age, gender, BMI, BSA, or SOFA scores between the two groups, the significant differences... read more
The Point of Care Ultrasound Handbook
This NEW book is meant to be a reference for both the new and experienced point of care sonographer; to be a pocket guide to carry with you during your shift. We have included our best tips, tricks and any additional... read more
Predictor of Weaning Outcome Using Sonographic Assessment of Post-intubation Laryngeal Obstruction
The study determined that both cuff leak volume and ultrasound-guided LACWD exhibited excellent sensitivity and specificity in predicting clinically significant upper airway blockage post-extubation, with cuff leak volume... read more
Atypical Presentation of Pulmonary Embolism in Patients with Refractory Hypoxemia and Dyspnea
Pulmonary embolism (PE) should be strongly considered in patients presenting with refractory hypoxemia and dyspnea, even in the absence of clinical signs of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This study highlights the importance... read more
Transtracheal Ultrasound as a Preventive Tool for Endotracheal Tube Malpositioning in the ICU
Endotracheal tube (ETT) malpositioning can result in a myriad of complications. Daily chest radiographs (CXR) is the gold standard in monitoring these complications. Point-of-care transtracheal ultrasound (TTUS) is an emerging... read more
Assessing TBI with Transorbital Sonography
Transorbital sonography (TOS) represents an innovative tool for neurological assessment. It has been validated that the presence or absence of eyelid edema does not compromise the accuracy of ultrasound-based pupillary function... read more
Venous/arterial Thromboembolism – Rare Side Effect Of Prothrombin Complex Concentrate
Venous/arterial thrombosis and pulmonary thrombosis accounts for very rare side effects of prothrombin complex concentrate and should be taken into account while administration. 68-year-old male with history of stroke,... read more
Implementing Bedside Percutaneous Tracheostomy and PUG Team to Reduce LOS
Thousands of critically ill patients every year in the United States receive tracheostomy and gastrostomy procedures. Recent research has investigated the benefits of a combined team approach to these procedures, with associated... read more
Specialty Imaging: HRCT of the Lung
Part of the highly regarded Specialty Imaging series, HRCT of the Lung, third edition, reflects the many recent changes in HRCT diagnostic interpretation. An easy-to-read bulleted format and thousands of state-of-the-art... read more
Extubation Failure Risk Prediction Model Using Bedside Ultrasound
We have established a risk prediction model for extubation failure in mechanically ventilated ICU patients. This risk model base on bedside ultrasound parameters provides valuable insights for identifying high-risk patients... read more
AI Interpretation of Chest Radiographs in the ICU. Ready for Prime Time?
Chest radiography (CXR) is the primary tool to visualize thoracic pathologies in the ICU. However, accurate interpretation of CXRs is challenging, even when imaging is performed under optimal conditions. This results... read more
Implementing a Bedside Percutaneous Tracheostomy and Ultrasound Gastrostomy Team Reduces Length of Stay and Hospital Costs
Thousands of critically ill patients every year in the United States receive tracheostomy and gastrostomy procedures. Recent research has investigated the benefits of a combined team approach to these procedures, with associated... read more
How I Perform Diaphragmatic Ultrasound in the ICU
The diaphragm is a thin, dome-shaped muscle, comprising a costal and crural part, and a non-contracting central tendon. Muscle fiber activation shortens and thickens the diaphragm in the zone of apposition, moving the dome... read more
Core Topics in Airway Management
Management of the airway is an important and challenging aspect of many clinicians' work and is a source of complications and litigation. The new edition of this popular book remains a clear, practical and highly-illustrated... read more
Advances in Critical Care Pediatric Nephrology: Point of Care Ultrasound and Diagnostics
The book covers advances in critical care pediatric nephrology, including care of sick children with acute kidney injury. The book contains detailed guidance on point of care ultrasound in children with acute kidney injury... read more
Predictive Value of Diaphragm and Lung Ultrasonography for Weaning Failure in Critically Ill Patients with ARF Due to COVID-19 Pneumonia
Patients undergoing mechanical ventilation due to respiratory failure require a comprehensive approach to determine the optimal timing for weaning from ventilatory support. Evaluating respiratory mechanics, maximal muscle... read more
Assessment of Respiratory Muscles, Lung Parenchyma, and Cardiac Function by Ultrasound for Predicting Weaning Failure in Critically Ill Adults
Parasternal intercostal muscle thickening fraction (PMTF) has good discriminatory power to predict weaning outcomes (area under the receiver operating characteristic curve: 0.74 [0.59–0.88]). Pre-SBT PMTF had similar power... read more
Effect of Different Shock Conditions on Mesenteric Hemodynamics
The velocity parameters of SMA Doppler ultrasound such as TAMV and PSV can reflect cardiac function. The measurements of SMA RI and PI are correlated with lactate levels, having a positive predictive value for hyperlactatemia... read more
Can Clinicians Identify CAP on Ultralow-dose CT?
This study found that clinicians could assess chest ULD-CTs for community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) with high, but not perfect, diagnostic accuracy using an ED radiologist’s assessments as reference standard. Interrater... read more
Lung Ultrasound for Diagnosis and Management of ARDS
Lung ultrasonography (LUS) is essential for diagnosing and managing adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) due to its bedside accessibility and availability across different resource settings. It aids in diagnosis and... read more
Managing the Cerebral Complications of ARDS
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) comprises 10–30% of critical care admissions worldwide. ARDS outcomes have improved secondary to ventilatory strategies that may potentially mitigate ventilator-induced lung injury.... read more
