This book is a structured and comprehensive guide to advanced point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) applications. Since its inception in the 1990s with the FAST exam for trauma, the scope of this innovative imaging modality has expanded significantly, gaining adoption across nearly all medical specialties. POCUS is increasingly integrated into medical school and residency curricula worldwide. With ongoing technological advancements, ultrasound devices are becoming smaller, lighter, and equipped with enhanced image quality and advanced features, thus improving accessibility for healthcare providers in various settings.
This volume is meticulously organized into four key sections:
- Organ Systems: Explore ultrasound applications for the heart, lung, eye, head, neck, and more.
- Procedures: Gain insights into ultrasound guidance for various medical procedures.
- Disease-State Protocols: Understand specific protocols tailored for various disease states.
- Educational and Leadership Insights: Access high-level information for those building educational programs and taking on leadership roles in ultrasound.
Following a detailed chapter on ultrasound guidance for procedures, the book delves into:
- Ultrasound-Guided Nerve Blocks: Techniques and applications for effective pain management.
- Resuscitative Ultrasound: Utilizing ultrasound to enhance emergency care outcomes.
Authors:
Michael Gottlieb (Editor)
Publication Date:
August 3, 2025
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