The Essentials of Veterinary Point of Care Ultrasound: Pleural Space and Lung PDF is designed to be a reference for both the new and experienced veterinary point-of-care sonographer. It includes tips and information nonspecialists will find helpful in assessing the pleural space and lung. It covers a step-by-step approach to performing pleural space and lung ultrasound and uses a binary question approach to allow novices and experts alike to master and grow their skills. It is accompanied by videos, which can be accessed through the eBook version or QR codes.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
Evolution of Pleura and Lung Ultrasound (PLUS)
Important Considerations for PLUS
Presenting Complaint, Triage, and Physical Exam
2. General Approach
The Calgary Pleura and Lung Ultrasound (PLUS) Approach
Machine Functions
Transducer Orientation
Patient Positioning and Preparation
3. PLUS Image Interpretation: Normal Findings
The Pleural Line
The Bat Sign
Lung Sliding (The Glide Sign)
The Pericardiodiaphragmatic (PD) Window
4. Clinical Applications of PLUS: Is There Pneumothorax, Yes/No?
Criteria to Diagnose Pneumothorax
Diagnostic Approach
Sonographic Technique to Identify Pneumothorax
5. Clinical Applications of PLUS: Is There Pleural Effusion, Yes/No?
Criteria to Diagnose Pleural Effusion
Criteria to Differentiate Pleural from Pericardial Effusion
Sonographic Techniques to Identify Pleural Effusion
6. Clinical Applications of PLUS: Are There Increased B Lines, Yes/No?
Criteria to Diagnose Increased B Lines
Identification of B Lines Considering the PLUS Profile
Diagnostic Considerations for Specific Causes of Increased B Lines
7. Clinical Applications of PLUS: Is There Lung Consolidation, Yes/No?
Criteria to Diagnose Lung Consolidation
Is the Consolidation Partial (Non-Translobar) or Translobar?
Sonographic Technique to Identify Lung Consolidation
