Thoracic ultrasound for beginners: utility and training issues for clinicians

John M Wrightson; Nick A Maskell

doi:10.12968/hmed.2011.72.6.325

Thoracic ultrasound for beginners: utility and training issues for clinicians

Br J Hosp Med (Lond). 2011 Jun;72(6):325-30. doi: 10.12968/hmed.2011.72.6.325.

Authors

John M Wrightson¹, Nick A Maskell

Affiliation

¹ NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre, University of Oxford, Oxford.

PMID: 21727811
DOI: 10.12968/hmed.2011.72.6.325

Abstract

Bedside thoracic ultrasound is gaining popularity among non-radiologists, because of its advantages in the diagnosis and management of pleural disease. However, it has significant potential pitfalls and formal training is essential to avoid harm. This review gives an overview of the utility of ultrasound and discusses training.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Clinical Competence
Humans
Medical Staff, Hospital / education*
Pleural Diseases / diagnosis
Pleural Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
Pleural Effusion / diagnosis
Pleural Effusion / diagnostic imaging*
Point-of-Care Systems*
Thoracic Cavity / diagnostic imaging
Ultrasonography, Interventional / adverse effects
Ultrasonography, Interventional / methods*
Ultrasonography, Interventional / standards
United Kingdom