Application of Lung Ultrasound During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Narrative Review
David Convissar, Lauren E. Gibson, Lorenzo Berra, Edward A. Bittner, Marvin G. Chang
Abstract
This review highlights the ultrasound findings reported from a number of studies and case reports and discusses the unifying findings from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) patients and from the avian (H7N9) and H1N1 influenza epidemics. We discuss the potential role for portable point-of-care ultrasound (PPOCUS) as a safe and effective bedside option in the initial evaluation, management, and monitoring of disease progression in patients with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 infection.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)PandemicIntensive care medicine2019-20 coronavirus outbreakSevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)CoronavirusUltrasoundLung ultrasoundPoint of care ultrasoundNarrative reviewDiseasePathologyRadiologyInfectious disease (medical specialty)OutbreakUltrasound in Clinical ApplicationsPhonocardiography and Auscultation TechniquesRadiology practices and education