Related Experiment Video
Updated: Sep 6, 2025

Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography
Published on: June 21, 2024
Glenohumeral joint effusion assessment with point-of-care ultrasound
Brian J Ahern1, Audrey E Falconi
1Brian J. Ahern practices in emergency medicine at William Beaumont Army Medical Center in El Paso, Tex. Audrey E. Falconi practices at Madigan Army Medical Center at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington State. The views expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not reflect the official policy of William Beaumont Army Medical Center, the Department of Army, the Defense Health Agency, or the US government. The authors have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
Abstract:
Ultrasound has favorable diagnostic accuracy for detecting glenohumeral joint effusions. This article describes an easy-to-learn and interpret limited glenohumeral joint ultrasound examination that can help guide further evaluation and treatment. We report on a patient ultimately diagnosed with septic arthritis of the glenohumeral joint, the associated joint effusion having been detected on bedside ultrasound. This ultrasound examination is applicable to generalist PAs and those working in orthopedics and acute care settings.
Related Concept Videos
Ultrasonography
During an ultrasonography procedure, a handheld device called...
Imaging Studies II: Ultrasonography

