Diagnosis at gut point: rapid identification of pneumoperitoneum via point-of-care ultrasound

Diagnosis at gut point: rapid identification of pneumoperitoneum via point-of-care ultrasound

Abstract Undifferentiated abdominal pain is a common presentation often requiring immediate medical or surgical intervention. Providing an accurate diagnosis involves a detailed patient history and thorough physical exam. Point of care ultrasound is gaining acceptance as a rapid diagnostic tool that...

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Main Authors: Matthew A. Taylor, Christopher H. Merritt, Philip J. Riddle, Carter J. DeGennaro, Keith R. Barron
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2020-12-01
Series:The Ultrasound Journal
Subjects:
Ultrasound
Pneumoperitoneum
Free air
Intraperitoneal
Colonoscopy
Small bowel perforation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13089-020-00195-2

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13089-020-00195-2

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