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In this document, the author summarizes a presentation on point-of-care ultrasound in the ICU. The presentation covers the basics of bedside ultrasound, including how it works, principles of image interpretation, and common modes. It also discusses key findings and clinical relevance of ultrasound in procedural guidance, thoracic assessment, and focused cardiac assessment.<br /><br />The basics of bedside ultrasound are described, including the physics of ultrasound and the piezoelectric effect. Different tissue echogenicities are explained, such as anechoic (simple fluid), hypoechoic, and hyperechoic. The common modes of ultrasound are discussed, including 2-D, M-Mode, and color Doppler.<br /><br />The presentation moves on to specific applications of ultrasound in the ICU. Ultrasound for procedural guidance, such as ultrasound-guided central venous catheterization, is discussed. Thoracic ultrasound is explored, including the interpretation of normal and abnormal artifacts like lung sliding, A lines, and B lines. Focused cardiac ultrasound is examined, with an emphasis on assessing left ventricular function, right ventricular size/function, pericardial effusion, and gross valvular abnormalities.<br /><br />The presentation concludes with a discussion on using ultrasound to assess the inferior vena cava for volume assessment and prediction. Caveats and pearls are provided, including considerations for patients with pulmonary hypertension, cirrhosis, non-sinus rhythm, spontaneous breathing vs. mechanical ventilation, and increased respiratory effort.<br /><br />Overall, the presentation aims to provide healthcare professionals in the ICU with the knowledge and skills to effectively utilize point-of-care ultrasound in their practice.

Keywords

point-of-care ultrasound

ICU

bedside ultrasound

image interpretation

procedural guidance

thoracic assessment

focused cardiac assessment

ultrasound modes

central venous catheterization

inferior vena cava assessment