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Image Acquisition Method for the Sonographic Assessment of the Inferior Vena Cava
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JoVE Journal Medicine
Image Acquisition Method for the Sonographic Assessment of the Inferior Vena Cava
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06:59 min

January 13, 2023

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Chapters

  • 00:05Introduction
  • 01:22Probe Selection and Machine Preset
  • 01:58Scanning Technique
  • 05:59Results: Adequate and Inadequate Exam of the IVC
  • 06:18Conclusion

Summary

Automatic Translation

Point-of-care ultrasound evaluation of the inferior vena cava (IVC) is commonly utilized to identify, among other things, the volume status. Imaging should be performed systematically to ensure repeatability. This manuscript reviews the methods and pitfalls of sonographic IVC examination.

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