Perioperative Point of Care Ultrasound for Hemodynamic Assessment: A Narrative Review
Caitlin A. Bradley, Chris Ma, McKenzie Hollon
Abstract
While transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) has traditionally been used in perioperative care, there is growing evidence supporting point of care ultrasound (POCUS) for the anesthesiologist in guiding patient care. It is a quick way to non-invasively evaluate hemodynamically unstable patients and ascertain their state of shock, determine volume status, and guide resuscitation in cardiac arrest. In addition, through use of POCUS, the anesthesiologist is able to identify signs of chronic heart disease to provide a more tailored and safer approach to perioperative care.
Topics & Concepts
MedicinePoint of care ultrasoundPerioperativeIntravascular volume statusResuscitationIntensive care medicineShock (circulatory)SAFERHemodynamicsNarrative reviewUltrasoundCardiologyAnesthesiaInternal medicineRadiologyComputer securityComputer scienceUltrasound in Clinical ApplicationsHemodynamic Monitoring and TherapyCardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes