The use of handheld ultrasound devices: a position statement of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (2018 update)

Abstract Recent technological advances in echocardiography, with progressive miniaturization of ultrasound machines, have led to the development of handheld ultrasound devices (HUD). These devices, no larger than some mobile phones, can be used to perform partial, focused exams as an extension to th...

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Published in:	European heart journal cardiovascular imaging Vol. 20; no. 3; pp. 245 - 252
Main Authors:	Cardim, Nuno, Dalen, Havard, Voigt, Jens-Uwe, Ionescu, Adrian, Price, Susanna, Neskovic, Alexsandar N, Edvardsen, Thor, Galderisi, Maurizio, Sicari, Rosa, Donal, Erwan, Stefanidis, Alexandros, Delgado, Victoria, Zamorano, Jose, Popescu, Bogdan A
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	England Oxford University Press 01-03-2019 Oxford UP
Subjects:	Bioengineering Life Sciences pocket size handheld devices FoCUS echocardiography
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Summary:	Abstract Recent technological advances in echocardiography, with progressive miniaturization of ultrasound machines, have led to the development of handheld ultrasound devices (HUD). These devices, no larger than some mobile phones, can be used to perform partial, focused exams as an extension to the physical examination. The European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI) acknowledges that the dissemination of appropriate HUD use is inevitable and desirable, because of its potential impact on patient management. However, as a scientific society of cardiac imaging, our role is to provide guidance in order to optimize patient benefit and minimize drawbacks from inappropriate use of this technology. This document provides updated recommendations for the use of HUD, including nomenclature, appropriateness, indications, operators, clinical environments, data management and storage, educational needs, and training of potential users. It also addresses gaps in evidence, controversial issues, and future technological developments.
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ISSN:	2047-2404 2047-2412
DOI:	10.1093/ehjci/jey145