Perioperative Critical Care Point-of-care Ultrasound

Abstract

This article aims to provide clinicians with a comprehensive overview of the diverse applications and critical importance of point-of-care ultrasound in perioperative care. By delving into the practicalities and benefits of bedside ultrasound, we seek to illuminate how this technology can elevate the standards of patient care, ensuring improved outcomes through enhanced diagnostic accuracy and timely interventions. This article focuses on the assessment of the airway, gastric content, resuscitation, and pulmonary pathology.

Keywords: Airway ultrasound; Gastric ultrasound; Perioperative critical care ultrasound; Point-of-care ultrasound; Pulmonary ultrasound.