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H Alfke¹, J Lorenz

¹Klinik für Pneumologie, Internistische Intensivmedizin, Infektiologie und Schlafmedizin, Klinikum Lüdenscheid, Paulmannshöher Straße 14, 58509, Lüdenscheid, Deutschland.

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Ultrasound is a flexible, cost-effective imaging tool for critically ill patients, particularly for cardiovascular and abdominal assessments. Advanced imaging like CT is crucial for definitive diagnosis, while routine chest X-rays should be phased out.

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Critical care diagnostics

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Imaging critically ill patients presents unique challenges due to dependency on medical support.
Traditional methods like X-ray have limitations in diagnosing thoracic diseases and managing pulmonary disorders.
The need for advanced, yet accessible, diagnostic tools in intensive care settings is paramount.

Purpose:

To evaluate the role and limitations of various imaging modalities in critically ill patients.
To highlight the advantages of ultrasound in bedside diagnostics.
To discuss the evolving applications of computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging in critical care.

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Ultrasound offers flexibility, bedside availability, and cost-effectiveness for cardiovascular and abdominal imaging in critical care.

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Pleural-air interface ultrasound artifacts are increasingly important for thoracic disease diagnosis.

Multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) is the gold standard for acute critical disorders, while routine chest X-rays are discouraged.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is primarily limited to central nervous system conditions.

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Optimizing imaging strategies can improve patient outcomes in critical care settings.
Shifting focus from routine X-rays to more advanced imaging techniques like ultrasound and CT can enhance diagnostic accuracy.
This review guides the appropriate selection of imaging modalities based on clinical scenarios in intensive care.