Point-of-care Ultrasound in Cardiac Arrest
Jonathan A. Paul, Oliver Panzer
Abstract
This review explains the role of point-of-care ultrasound in cardiac arrest rhythm classification and the diagnosis of reversible causes, discusses available protocols for the application of ultrasound to Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and summarizes principles for its safe implementation.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineCardiac UltrasoundPoint of care ultrasoundUltrasoundAdvanced cardiac life supportPoint of careIntensive care medicineRadiologyMedical emergencyEmergency medicinePathologyCardiopulmonary resuscitationResuscitationUltrasound in Clinical ApplicationsCardiac Arrest and ResuscitationHemodynamic Monitoring and Therapy