Written by a multidisciplinary group of contributors, including radiologists, emergency physicians, critical care specialists, anesthesiologists, and surgeons, Fundamentals of Emergency Ultrasound is a first-of-its-kind reference that clearly explains the many technical nuances and diagnostic skills necessary for optimal use of ultrasound in emergency settings. This concise, easy-to-read resource covers both non-invasive and invasive ultrasound-guided procedures for a wide range of adult and pediatric trauma and non-trauma conditions. A practical emphasis on differential diagnosis helps facilitate rapid diagnosis, triage, and disposition decisions in emergency situations where ultrasound can be used.

• Provides a depth of understanding and interpretation from a multidisciplinary group of chapter authors, with step-by-step details on anatomy, equipment considerations, positioning, technique, normal and abnormal findings, and common pitfalls.
• Covers invasive procedures and ultrasound-guided injections such as thoracentesis, paracentesis, nerve blocks, and central and peripheral venous access.
• Includes correlative CT, MR, and Doppler images to enhance ultrasound visualization, in addition to more than 500+ high-quality ultrasound images and 75+ line drawings.
• Offers up-to-date coverage on the e-FAST, trans-thoracic and trans-esophageal echocardiography, pulmonary, and cranial sonography, among other emergency modalities.
• Features more than 150 ultrasound video clips that show the many nuances of ultrasound use.
• Expert Consult(TM) eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

1. Physics, Machine and Technique2. Artifacts3. Peritonsillar Abscess4. Neck Masses5. Ocular6. Carotid Artery7. Cranial8. Lungs9. Transthoracic Echocardiography10. Pediatric Transthoracic Echocardiography11. Transesophageal Echocardiography12. Approach to the Patient with Shortness of Breath 13. Approach to the Patient with Chest Pain14. Ultrasound-Guided Resuscitation15. FAST of the Abdomen - Beyond Basics: False Positives, Limitations, and Approach to the Unstable Patient16. Liver and Spleen17. Gallbladder and Biliary18. Pancreas19. Kidney and Renal Transplant20. Abdominal Aorta21. Lower Abdomen and Bowel22. Male Pelvis23. Female Pelvis, Nonpregnant24. Female Pelvis, Pregnant - First Trimester25. Female Pelvis, Pregnant - Second/Third Trimester26. Peripheral Veins and Arteries 27. Soft Tissue28. Musculoskeletal29. Ultrasound-Guided Procedures30. Venous Access31. Nerve Blocks