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World J Nephrol. Mar 25, 2024; 13(1): 90542
Published online Mar 25, 2024. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v13.i1.90542
Published online Mar 25, 2024. doi: 10.5527/wjn.v13.i1.90542
Point of care ultrasonography as the new “Laennec Sthetoscope”
Ernesto Sabath, Renal and Metabolism Unit, Hospital General de Querétaro, Queretaro 76180, Mexico
Author contributions: Sabath E collected the literature, analyzed the data, wrote the draft and revised and submitted the manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Ernesto Sabath, MD, PhD, Chief, Renal and Metabolism Unit, Hospital General de Querétaro, Avenida Fray Luis de León 2990. Centro Sur, Queretaro 76180, Mexico. esabath@yahoo.com
Received: December 7, 2023
Peer-review started: December 7, 2023
First decision: December 31, 2023
Revised: January 19, 2024
Accepted: February 29, 2024
Article in press: February 29, 2024
Published online: March 25, 2024
Peer-review started: December 7, 2023
First decision: December 31, 2023
Revised: January 19, 2024
Accepted: February 29, 2024
Article in press: February 29, 2024
Published online: March 25, 2024
Abstract
Point of care ultrasonography (POCUS) has evolved to become the fifth pillar of the conventional physical examination, and use of POCUS protocols have significantly decreased procedure complications and time to diagnose. However, lack of experience in POCUS by preceptors in medical schools and nephrology residency programs are significant barriers to implement a broader use. In rural and low-income areas POCUS may have a transformative effect on health care management.
Keywords: Point-of care ultrasonography, Central venous catheter, Internal medicine, Obstetric emergencies, Medical training
Core Tip: Point of care ultrasonography (POCUS) has become an important tool in patient care. POCUS protocols has reduced complications in invasive procedures and improved diagnostic times. In rural and low-income areas POCUS have an important role on health care management.