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The Application of Different Pulmonary Ultrasound Scores in Severe Pneumonia Patients
Jie Luo1,2, Jie Deng3, Yuting Wang4
1Department of Ultrasound, The Affiliated Hospital, Southwest Medical University, 319 Zhongshan Road, LuZhou 646000, Sichuan, P.R. China.
Abstract:
Severe pneumonia (SP) is a common cause of septic shock and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), leading to multiorgan dysfunction syndrome. Patients with SP often require respiratory support, and SP is associated with high mortality and is a significant economic burden for hospitalized patients. Therefore, early identification and real-time monitoring of the severity of SP are crucial for improving outcomes. Previous research has reported that the lung ultrasound score (LUSS) can be used to diagnose and assess the severity of SP, guide treatment, and improve prognosis. Due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, various LUSS systems have been developed to help identify the unique characteristics of SP and reduce the risk of death. However, there is currently a lack of standardization in the use of these systems. This article provides key information about lung ultrasound (LUS) and different versions of the LUSS, aiming to standardize and simplify the clinical application of LUS and the LUSS for SP patients.
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