The purpose of these brief tutorials is to highlight the types of exams frequently performed in the emergency department.This section is meant as a primer for residents and students about to start the ultrasound rotation, and a refresher for those who have completed it.It is not meant to be a comprehensive overview of the techniques, nor should […]
Aorta
Posted onIntroduction: Many studies have demonstrated the accuracy of bedside ultrasound in detecting abdominal aortic aneurysm. Since the majority of these aneurysms occur distal to the renal arteries, it is imperative that the entire abdominal aorta (down to the aortic bifurcation) is visualized. Measurements should be taken across the widest diameter of aorta, from outer […]