The utility of point-of-care ultrasound in critical care nephrology

Point-of-care ultrasonography (POCUS) is gaining heightened significance in critical care settings as it allows for quick decision-making at the bedside. While computerized tomography is still considered the standard imaging modality for many diseases, the risks and delays associated with transferri...

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Published in:	Frontiers in Nephrology (Online) Vol. 4; p. 1402641
Main Authors:	Passos, Rogério da Hora, Flato, Uri Adrian Prync, Sanches, Paula Rodrigues, Pellegrino, Carolina Moraes, Cordioli, Ricardo Luiz, Silva, Bruno Caldin, Campos, Felipe Galdino, Barros, Dalton de Souza, Coelho, Fernanda Oliveira, Bravim, Bruno de Arruda, Corrêa, Thiago Domingos
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Switzerland Frontiers Media S.A 03-10-2024
Subjects:	acute kidney injury intensive care nephrologist Nephrology point-of-care ultrasound renal resistance index (RRI) VExUS nephrology renal resistance index (RRI) intensive care AV fistula VExUS acute kidney injury nephrologist point-of-care ultrasound
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Summary:	Point-of-care ultrasonography (POCUS) is gaining heightened significance in critical care settings as it allows for quick decision-making at the bedside. While computerized tomography is still considered the standard imaging modality for many diseases, the risks and delays associated with transferring a critically ill patient out of the intensive care unit (ICU) have prompted physicians to explore alternative tools. Ultrasound guidance has increased the safety of invasive procedures in the ICU, such as the placement of vascular catheters and drainage of collections. Ultrasonography is now seen as an extension of the clinical examination, providing quick answers for rapidly deteriorating patients in the ICU. The field of nephrology is increasingly acknowledging the value of diagnostic point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). By employing multi-organ POCUS, nephrologists can address specific queries that arise during the diagnosis and treatment of patients with acute kidney injury. This approach aids in ruling out hydronephrosis and offers immediate information on hemodynamics, thereby consolidating patient data and facilitating the development of personalized treatment strategies.
Bibliography:	ObjectType-Article-1 SourceType-Scholarly Journals-1 ObjectType-Feature-2 ObjectType-Review-3 content type line 23 Reviewed by: Francesco Forfori, University of Pisa, Italy Edited by: Piergiorgio Messa, University of Milan, Italy Keiko Greenberg, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, United States
ISSN:	2813-0626 2813-0626
DOI:	10.3389/fneph.2024.1402641