Feasibility of renal resistive index measurements performed by an intermediate and novice sonographer in a volunteer population
Abstract Background The Doppler-derived renal resistive index (RRI) is emerging as a promising bedside tool for assessing renal perfusion and risk of developing acute kidney injury in critically ill patients. It is not known what level of ultrasonography competence is needed to obtain reliable RRI v...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2020-05-01
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Series: | The Ultrasound Journal |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13089-020-00175-6 |