Visualizing the Real Time Reduction of Pulled Elbow Using Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS)

David J Mccreary1, Mbbs Mrcph1, Pgc Us1

  • 1Paediatric Emergency Department, Sunderland Royal Hospital Sunderland UK.

POCUS Journal
|December 5, 2024
PubMed

Insights

Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) aids in diagnosing pulled elbow. Encouraging its use in pediatric emergency departments enhances patient safety and clinician confidence, with real-time reduction of pulled elbow demonstrated via POCUS.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Emergency Medicine
  • Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

  • Pulled elbow (also known as radial head subluxation) is a common pediatric injury.
  • Accurate diagnosis can sometimes be challenging based on clinical presentation alone.