The first and most important step in paracentesis is confirming there is ascites to begin with! Physical examination findings can be misleading, and inserting a needle blindly into the abdomen can cause complications unnecessarily. Note the black free fluid in the image, with echogenic bowel loops floating within. Several approaches are commonly used. Each oneRead more
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The Adriatic Vascular Ultrasound Society will host its 7th annual meeting and CME conference September 23-25 in Montecatini Terme. The official language for the conference is English, and it will be held in Tuscany! This is an EFSUMB accredited Euroson school event. For more information please visit here.Read more