[Echocardiography for Hemodynamic Monitoring in Critically Ill Patients]

Critical care echocardiography has become a central tool for advanced hemodynamic monitoring and management in critically ill patients. It is valuable in a wide range of clinical scenarios involving severe illness. This technique integrates real-time functional assessment of various components of the circulatory system with clinical and complementary data to enable personalized hemodynamic management. However, it must be performed and interpreted by a qualified and properly trained professional. In this review, we analyze the general principles of critical care echocardiography, its clinical applications, key elements to evaluate, recent advances, and relevant aspects of training and education.