Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Ultrasound I: Abdominal Ultrasonography01:20

Ultrasound I: Abdominal Ultrasonography

2.6K
Introduction:
Abdominal ultrasonography, commonly known as abdominal ultrasound, is a vital, non-invasive medical imaging technique widely used in healthcare.
Procedure:
This diagnostic tool allows the clinician to visually inspect internal structures within the abdomen, including vital organs such as the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidneys, and spleen.
The abdominal ultrasound process begins with applying a special gel to the patient's skin over the abdomen. This gel enhances the...
2.6K
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System I:Echocardiography01:17

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System I:Echocardiography

896
Cardiac imaging studies encompass a wide range of noninvasive and minimally invasive techniques designed to visualize the heart's structure and function in detail. One such technique is echocardiography, which uses high-frequency ultrasound waves to produce detailed images of the heart, known as echocardiograms.
Indications: Echocardiography is utilized to diagnose heart failure, valve disorders, and myocardial infarction. It also assesses cardiac structures' size, shape, and motion,...
896
Ultrasonography01:17

Ultrasonography

8.3K
Ultrasonography is an imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize the body's internal structures. It is a non-invasive and safe procedure that does not involve the use of ionizing radiation, making it widely used in various medical fields. Ultrasonography is used to study heart function, blood flow in the neck or extremities, certain conditions such as gallbladder disease, and fetal growth and development.
During an ultrasonography procedure, a handheld device called...
8.3K
Endoscopic Studies II: Thoracocentesis01:26

Endoscopic Studies II: Thoracocentesis

1.9K
Thoracentesis(Thoracocentesis), commonly known as pleural tap, is a medical procedure where a 22 gauge needle is inserted into the pleural space, the area between the lung and chest wall. This procedure is commonly performed to diagnose or treat various respiratory disorders.
Description
Excess pleural fluid or air may accumulate in some respiratory disorders in the thoracic cavity. To treat pleural effusion, a physician conducts thoracentesis by carefully piercing the chest wall and entering...
1.9K
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System II:Types of Echocardiography01:20

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System II:Types of Echocardiography

829
Echocardiography plays a role in assessing cardiac health and detecting heart conditions, with various types providing critical insights for diagnosis and treatment.
Types of Echocardiography
Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE)
TTE is the most common type of echocardiogram which involves placing a transducer on the patient's chest, emitting sound waves to create heart images. TTE is invaluable for evaluating the heart's size, structure, and motion, making it particularly useful for...
829
Ultrasound II: Endoscopic Ultrasound and FibroScan01:25

Ultrasound II: Endoscopic Ultrasound and FibroScan

1.0K
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and FibroScan are valuable diagnostic tools in gastroenterology and hepatology, each with specific applications and techniques.
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS):
1.0K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Progression of mild traumatic brain injury with intracranial hemorrhage: a retrospective study of associated factors in patients managed conservatively in the emergency department.

International journal of emergency medicine·2026
Same author

Traumatic appendicitis: A case report and literature review.

Trauma case reports·2026
Same author

Splenic silicosis, a rare extrapulmonary manifestation of occupational silica exposure: A case report.

Multidisciplinary respiratory medicine·2026
Same author

Factors Associated With Poor One-Month Glasgow Outcome Scale Scores After Traumatic Brain Injury With Intracranial Hemorrhage in Adult Patients Presenting to the Emergency Department.

Emergency medicine international·2026
Same author

Efficacy of low dose colchicine on left ventricular hypertrophy in patients with coronary artery disease: A randomized controlled trial.

British journal of clinical pharmacology·2026
Same author

Appendicolith detection in dual-energy CT of adult acute appendicitis: comparing portovenous phase and virtual noncontrast with true noncontrast images.

Abdominal radiology (New York)·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Mar 23, 2026

Image Acquisition using Portable Sonography for Emergency Airway Management
07:31

Image Acquisition using Portable Sonography for Emergency Airway Management

Published on: September 28, 2022

3.1K

Emergency Thoracic US: The Essentials.

Sirote Wongwaisayawan1, Ruedeekorn Suwannanon1, Sorravit Sawatmongkorngul1

  • 1From the Departments of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiology (S.W., R.K.) and Emergency Medicine (S.S.), Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, 270 Rama VI Road, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, Thailand 10400; and Department of Radiology, Prince of Songkla University Hospital, Songkhla, Thailand (R.S.).

Radiographics : a Review Publication of the Radiological Society of North America, Inc
|April 2, 2016
PubMed
Summary

Emergency thoracic ultrasonography (US) aids in diagnosing acute chest conditions at the bedside. This lung, pleura, and cardiac US approach offers rapid, cost-effective imaging without radiation for conditions like pneumothorax and pulmonary edema.

More Related Videos

A Modified Sonographic Algorithm for Image Acquisition in Life-Threatening Emergencies in the Critically Ill Newborn
11:27

A Modified Sonographic Algorithm for Image Acquisition in Life-Threatening Emergencies in the Critically Ill Newborn

Published on: April 7, 2023

7.8K
Point-of-Care Lung Ultrasound in Adults: Image Acquisition
09:17

Point-of-Care Lung Ultrasound in Adults: Image Acquisition

Published on: March 3, 2023

8.0K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Mar 23, 2026

Image Acquisition using Portable Sonography for Emergency Airway Management
07:31

Image Acquisition using Portable Sonography for Emergency Airway Management

Published on: September 28, 2022

3.1K
A Modified Sonographic Algorithm for Image Acquisition in Life-Threatening Emergencies in the Critically Ill Newborn
11:27

A Modified Sonographic Algorithm for Image Acquisition in Life-Threatening Emergencies in the Critically Ill Newborn

Published on: April 7, 2023

7.8K
Point-of-Care Lung Ultrasound in Adults: Image Acquisition
09:17

Point-of-Care Lung Ultrasound in Adults: Image Acquisition

Published on: March 3, 2023

8.0K

Area of Science:

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Radiology
  • Critical Care

Background:

  • Acute thoracic symptoms are a frequent and resource-intensive reason for emergency department visits.
  • Diagnosing acute thoracic conditions can be challenging due to the wide differential diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the utility of emergency thoracic ultrasonography (US) as a bedside diagnostic tool.
  • To describe the components and applications of emergency thoracic US in evaluating acute thoracic diseases.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizes real-time, bedside ultrasonography focusing on lung, pleura, and cardiac structures.
  • Incorporates assessment of the inferior vena cava and groin for vascular evaluation.
  • Leverages acoustic properties and artifacts for diagnosing various thoracic pathologies.

Main Results:

  • Thoracic US effectively diagnoses conditions such as pneumothorax, pulmonary edema, pneumonia, pleural effusion, and fractures.
  • Focused cardiac US assesses contractility, right ventricular dilatation, and pericardial effusion.
  • Multiorgan US provides critical information for managing both traumatic and nontraumatic thoracic emergencies.

Conclusions:

  • Emergency thoracic US is a valuable, radiation-free imaging modality for acute thoracic conditions.
  • The integrated approach of lung, pleura, cardiac, and vascular US enhances diagnostic capabilities in the emergency setting.
  • Bedside US offers a rapid, cost-effective method to guide emergency treatment decisions.