Point of Care Ultrasound

2nd Edition - April 26, 2019
Authors: Nilam J Soni, Robert Arntfield, Pierre Kory
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:
9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 5 4 4 7 0 - 2
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Compact, hand-carried ultrasound devices are revolutionizing how healthcare providers practice medicine in nearly every specialty. The 2nd Edition of this BMA-award-winning text features all-new chapters, a greatly expanded video library, and new review questions to keep you fully up to date with the latest technology and its applications.

Cover image
Title Page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Contributors
Dedication
Preface
Acknowledgments
Section 1 Fundamental Principles of Ultrasound
1 Evolution of Point-of-Care Ultrasound
Background
History
Key Considerations
Vision
Review Questions
References
2 Ultrasound Physics and Modes
Background
Principles
Resolution
Generation of Ultrasound Images
Modes
Safety
Review Questions
References
3 Transducers
Background
Transducer Construction
Resolution
Transducer Types
Review Questions
References
4 Orientation
Introduction
Transducer Orientation
Screen Orientation
Operator Orientation
Patient Orientation
Imaging Planes
Needle Orientation
Review Questions
References
5 Basic Operation of an Ultrasound Machine
Preparation
Image Acquisition
Postexamination
Review Questions
References
6 Imaging Artifacts
Introduction
Artifacts of Wave Propagation
Artifacts Due to Velocity Errors
Artifacts Due to Beam Characteristics
Artifacts Due to Wave Attenuation
Review Questions
References
Section 2 Lungs and Pleura
7 Overview
Background
Indications and Applications
Limitations
Conclusions
Review Questions
References
8 Lung and Pleural Ultrasound Technique
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Diagnostic Exam Protocol
Interstitial Syndrome Protocols
Review Questions
References
9 Lung Ultrasound Interpretation
Background
Image Interpretation
Review Questions
References
10 Pleura and Diaphragm
Background
Pleural Effusion
Solid Pleural Pathology
Diaphragm
Review Questions
References
11 Lung and Pleural Procedures
Background
Technique
Thoracentesis
Chest Tube Placement
Medical Thoracoscopy (Pleuroscopy)
Transthoracic Biopsy Procedures
Review Questions
References
12 Dyspnea and Pulmonary Embolism
Background
Pulmonary Embolism
General Principles
Algorithm for Acute Dyspnea
Review Questions
References
Section 3 Heart
13 Overview
Background
Indications and Applications
Literature Review
Limitations
Training
Review Questions
References
14 Cardiac Ultrasound Technique
Background
Anatomy: Imaging Windows, Planes, and Views
Transducer Movements
Point-of-Care Cardiac Ultrasound Exam
Parasternal Window
Apical Window
Subcostal Window
Additional Cardiac Views
Review Questions
References
15 Left Ventricular Function
Background
Left Ventricular Systolic Function
Assessment of Left Ventricular Function From Common Views
Review Questions
References
16 Right Ventricular Function
Background
Anatomy
Assessment of Right Ventricle From Common Views
Interpretation of Right Ventricular Size and Function
Review Questions
References
17 Inferior Vena Cava
Background
Anatomy
Indications and Applications
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Review Questions
References
18 Pericardial Effusion
Background
Image Interpretation
Pericardial Effusion Mimickers
Pathologic Findings
Pericardial Drainage
Review Questions
References
19 Valves
Background
General Considerations
Pathologic Findings
Aortic Regurgitation
Tricuspid Regurgitation
Stenotic Valvular Lesions
Review Questions
References
20 Transesophageal Echocardiography
Background
Anatomy: Imaging Windows, Planes, and Views
Image Acquisition
Imaging Protocol
Selected Applications
Review Questions
References
21 Hemodynamics
Background
Doppler Principles
Left Ventricular Stroke Volume
Assessment of Preload Sensitivity
Training
Review Questions
References
22 Hypotension and Shock
Review Questions
References
23 Cardiac Arrest
Background
Diagnostic Approach
Prognosis
Technique
Protocols and Algorithms
Review Questions
References
Section 4 Abdomen and Pelvis
24 Peritoneal Free Fluid
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Pathologic Findings
Other Pathologies
Paracentesis
Review Questions
References
25 Kidneys
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Pathologic Findings
Renal Calculus
Renal Cyst
Renal Mass
Review Questions
References
26 Bladder
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Pathologic Findings
Review Questions
References
27 Gallbladder
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Pathologic Findings
Review Questions
References
28 Abdominal Aorta
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Review Questions
References
29 First-Trimester Pregnancy
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Clinical Integration of First-Trimester Pelvic Ultrasound
Review Questions
References
30 Second and Third Trimester Pregnancy
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Review Questions
References
31 Testicular Ultrasound
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Pathologic Findings
Review Questions
References
32 Abdominal Pain
Background
Unstable Patients
Stable Patients
Conclusion
Review Questions
References
33 Trauma Ultrasound
Background
General Principles
Special Circumstances
Review Questions
References
Section 5 Vascular System
34 Lower Extremity Deep Venous Thrombosis
Background
Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Normal and Pathologic Findings
Review Questions
References
35 Upper Extremity Deep Venous Thrombosis
Background
Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Review Questions
References
36 Central Venous Access
Background
Internal Jugular Vein Catheterization
Transverse Versus Longitudinal Approach
Subclavian and Axillary Vein Catheterization
Review Questions
References
37 Peripheral Venous Access
Background
Anatomy
Technique
Complications
Review Questions
References
38 Arterial Access
Background
Anatomy
Technique
Complications
Review Questions
References
Section 6 Head and Neck
39 Ocular Ultrasound
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Review Questions
References
40 Thyroid Gland
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Thyroid Fine-Needle Aspiration
Review Questions
References
41 Lymph Nodes
Background
Normal Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Lymph Node Biopsy
Review Questions
References
Section 7 Nervous System
42 Peripheral Nerve Blocks
Background
Indications
Needle Orientation
Femoral Nerve Block
Distal Sciatic Nerve Block
Brachial Plexus Nerve Block: Interscalene Approach
Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
Review Questions
References
43 Lumbar Puncture
Background
Anatomy
Technique
Lumbar Puncture
Review Questions
References
44 Transcranial Ultrasound
Background
Anatomy
Image Acquisition
Image Interpretation
Review Questions
References
Section 8 Soft Tissues and Joints
45 Skin and Soft Tissues
Background
Image Acquisition
Pathologic Findings
Review Questions
References
46 Joints
Background
Special Considerations
Image Acquisition
Pathologic Findings
Arthrocentesis
Review Questions
References
Section 9 Pediatrics
47 Pediatrics
Background
Lungs and Pleura
Heart
Abdomen and Pelvis
Nervous System
Procedural Applications
Review Questions
References
48 Neonatology
Background
Central Catheters
Endotracheal Tube Placement
Cardiac Ultrasound
Lung and Pleural Ultrasound
Neurological Ultrasound
Review Questions
References
Section 10 Ultrasound Program Management
49 Competence, Credentialing, and Certification
Background
Definitions
Training Standards and Competency-Based Education
Certification
Initial Credentialing and Privileging
Maintenance of Competency
Reprivileging
Conclusions
Review Questions
References
50 Equipment, Workflow, and Billing
Background
Ultrasound Equipment
Workflow
Billing
Medicolegal Issues
Review Questions
References
Index

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Nilam J Soni

Robert Arntfield

Pierre Kory