Fig. 12.1 Transducer suitable for abdominal examination. 1–5 MHz phased array transducer; note the orientation marker Machine Setup Orientation The orientation marker on the probe should be directed toward the…

Fig. 6.1 Graphic representation of the echocardiographic views used for evaluating the right ventricle. (a) Parasternal long-axis view, (b) long-axis view of the inflow tract, (c) parasternal short-axis view at…

Fig. 10.1 Cardiac probe (a) and curvilinear probe (b). Both are low frequency probes (2–5 MHz) which allow for adequate visualization of pleural effusions and deeper thoracic structures Unlike in…

where r is the radius of aperture of the probe and f is the frequency of the beam, i.e., the wider the aperture and the higher the frequency, the longer…

Critical assessment Screening and monitoring Clinical procedures Research Pericardial tamponade Intraventricular hemorrhage Thoracocentesis SVC blood flow Pleural effusion Periventricular leukomalacia Peritoneal tap Cerebral blood flow Ascites or hemoperitoneum Intraventricular hemorrhage…

Fig. 13.1 Color Doppler is used to distinguish the superficial (a) and deep (b) femoral arteries from the common femoral vein (c) In situations where PE is a major concern,…

Fig. 8.1 Anatomic view of the upper respiratory system (cadaver model) Technique of the Upper Airway US Examination The optimal positioning of the patient for US examination of the upper…

Fig. 11.1 B-Mode and M-Mode images of the diaphragm dome. With B-Mode, a 2-dimensional image is constructed. With M-Mode, a single sound path is used to follow changes in diaphragm…

Fig. 9.1 A low frequency probe is normally used for depth imaging but has less resolution compared to a high frequency probe. High frequency probes are optimal for imaging relatively…

Fig. 4.1 Algorithm for ultrasound assessment of undifferentiated shock, modified from the RUSH protocol. The algorithm begins with critical care echocardiography, with subsequent focused exams as described in the chapter…