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Lung Ultrasonographic Signs in Pulmonary Disease - A Video Review
Siddharth Dugar1, Steven Fox1, Abhilash Koratala2
1Department of Critical Care Medicine, Respiratory Institute, 2569Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA.
Journal of Intensive Care Medicine
|August 11, 2022
Summary
Lung ultrasound (US) is a valuable bedside tool for diagnosing thoracic conditions. This review details common lung US signs and patterns to aid clinicians in diagnosis and interpretation.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Pulmonology
- Critical Care Medicine
Background:
- Lung ultrasound (US) is an established bedside imaging modality for thoracic conditions.
- Initially used for pleural effusion, its applications have expanded significantly.
- Interpretation of lung US findings, including primary and secondary signs, can be challenging for new users.
Conclusions:
- Lung US is a versatile tool for rapid bedside diagnosis of lung and thoracic conditions.
- Understanding various US signs and patterns is crucial for accurate interpretation.
- This review serves as a guide for improved clinical application of lung ultrasonography.
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