A comparison of handheld ultrasound versus traditional ultrasound for acquisition of RUSH views in healthy volunteers.

ABSTRACT: Few studies evaluate the use of handheld ultrasound devices for point-of-care ultrasonography in the emergency department. We hypothesized that image acquisition time and image quality are similar between a handheld device and a traditional device. We compared these 2 types of devices in healthy, non-pregnant adults with using a crossover non-inferiority design while acquiring Rapid Ultrasound for Shock and Hypotension (RUSH) view. We excluded those with a history of surgical intervention or known abnormality to the lungs, abdomen, or pelvis. Images were compiled into a de-identified video clip reviewed for image quality by 2 blinded reviewers. Cohen's Kappa was used to determine interrater agreement. Disagreements were adjudicated by an independent physician. Imaging time was compared usi

SUBMITTER: Dewar ZE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7771775 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature